The Scoundrel (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1988, The Scoundrel is a comedy and drama film directed by Vagif Mustafayev, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Film exposes the corruption and the decadence of the late Soviet bureaucracy in Azerbaijan SSR through the eyes of a naive Azerbaijani adult man, Hatem.
Who’s in it. The Scoundrel stars Mamuka Kikaleishvili as Hatam, Hasanagha Turabov as Gazanfar, Yashar Nuri as Mashalla and Larisa Borodina as Irada, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Scoundrel has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Scoundrel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Scoundrel tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Scoundrel (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Scoundrel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Scoundrel worth watching?
- The Scoundrel holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Scoundrel?
- The Scoundrel stars Mamuka Kikaleishvili, Hasanagha Turabov, Yashar Nuri, Larisa Borodina and Aghahuseyn Karimov.
- When was The Scoundrel released?
- The Scoundrel was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.