Sanam (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2001, Sanam is a drama film directed by Rafi Pitts, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. In a small valley, riders pursue and kill a man. A horse thief, so his assassins claim. But for his ten year old son Issa, the disappearance of his father causes an avalanche of problems. With the family name stigmatized, Issa is bullied by the other children in the village. While his mother fights to clear her husbands name, Issa is left to his own devices. But unexpectedly, his solitude gives birth to his freedom, his real passion, horses.
Who’s in it. Sanam stars Ghorban Ahmadi Galdi as Delavar, Ismaïl Amani as Issa, Ali Reza Amini as Horseman 1 and Gholam Ali Amini as Man on motorcycle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Sanam 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 Sanam page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sanam tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sanam (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sanam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sanam worth watching?
- Sanam holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sanam?
- Sanam stars Ghorban Ahmadi Galdi, Ismaïl Amani, Ali Reza Amini, Gholam Ali Amini and Hassan Amini.
- When was Sanam released?
- Sanam was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.