Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film
Released in 1942, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves is a comedy, thriller and drama film directed by Togo Mizrahi, running about 110 minutes. “Ali Baba wel Arba'in Haramy, Ali Baba lives in poverty while his brother Qasim lives a wealthy life.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ali Baba lives in poverty while his brother Qasim lives a wealthy life. One day Ali Baba discovers a secret cave which contains countless treasures. He tries to solve his financial problems with thehe contents of the cave, but as Qasim enters the picture, things turn irreversibly.
Who’s in it. Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves stars Ali AlKassar as علي بابا, Laila Fawzy as مُرجانة, Mohamed Abdel Moteleb as حسن and Hassan El Baroudy as قاسم أخ علي بابا, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves?
- Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves stars Ali AlKassar, Laila Fawzy, Mohamed Abdel Moteleb, Hassan El Baroudy and Ismail Yasseen.
- When was Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves released?
- Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.