A Beginning and an Ending (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 1960, A Beginning and an Ending is a drama film directed by Salah Abu Seif, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. A film that portrays the lives of the members of an Egyptian family: three brothers, their sister Nefeesa and their mother after the father’s death. They all go in different directions which aren't exactly good.
Who’s in it. A Beginning and an Ending stars Omar Sharif as Hassanein, Farid Shawqi as Hassan, Amina Rizk and Sanaa Gamil as Nafisa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, A Beginning and an Ending has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Beginning and an Ending page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Beginning and an Ending tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Beginning and an Ending (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Beginning and an Ending change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Beginning and an Ending worth watching?
- A Beginning and an Ending holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Beginning and an Ending?
- A Beginning and an Ending stars Omar Sharif, Farid Shawqi, Amina Rizk, Sanaa Gamil and Amal Zayed.
- When was A Beginning and an Ending released?
- A Beginning and an Ending was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.