The Birthday Party (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1977, The Birthday Party is a drama, family and music film directed by Rasim Ojagov, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. This lyrical psychological film is about true friendship. The characters in the film are contemporaries in of late 1970s Azerbaijan SSR with differing visions of the world, yet sharing true and lasting friendship.
Who’s in it. The Birthday Party stars Hadji Ismailov as Mustafa, Shafiga Mammadova as Farida, David Uplisashvili as Ali and Shukufa Yusupova as Rana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The Birthday Party has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Birthday Party page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Birthday Party tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Birthday Party (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Birthday Party change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Birthday Party worth watching?
- The Birthday Party holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, family and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Birthday Party?
- The Birthday Party stars Hadji Ismailov, Shafiga Mammadova, David Uplisashvili, Shukufa Yusupova and Sadaya Mustafayeva.
- When was The Birthday Party released?
- The Birthday Party was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.