1001 Nights (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1968, 1001 Nights is a comedy, fantasy and adventure film directed by José María Elorrieta, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Omar and his friend, Ali, returning to Moorish Granada after several years in the Middle East, discover that an evil usurper is now in power. With the help of a female genie, Omar sets about restoring freedom and justice.
Who’s in it. 1001 Nights stars Luciana Paluzzi as Mizziana, Jeff Cooper as Omar, Raf Vallone as Hixxum and Perla Cristal as The Favorite, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, 1001 Nights has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 1001 Nights page.
If you liked it. Fans of 1001 Nights tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 1001 Nights (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 1001 Nights change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 1001 Nights worth watching?
- 1001 Nights holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 1001 Nights?
- 1001 Nights stars Luciana Paluzzi, Jeff Cooper, Raf Vallone, Perla Cristal and Rubén Rojo.
- When was 1001 Nights released?
- 1001 Nights was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.