The Music Man (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2007, The Music Man is a drama and music film directed by Dariush Mehrjui, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Ali is son of a well-off family who plays the santoor (an Iranian instrument) and has earned some reputation through his concerts and teaching music but is rejected by his family because of this profession, which they despise. He falls for one of his music students but after a short blissful period, life doesn't treat him as well as before and also his addiction agonizes him in his numbered days before redemption.
Who’s in it. The Music Man stars Golshifteh Farahani as Hanieh, Masoud Rayegan as Ali's father, Roya Taymourian as Ali's mother and Nader Soleymani as Hamed Boloorchi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Music Man 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 Music Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Music Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Music Man (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Music Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Music Man worth watching?
- The Music Man holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Music Man?
- The Music Man stars Golshifteh Farahani, Masoud Rayegan, Roya Taymourian, Nader Soleymani and Maede Tahmasbi.
- When was The Music Man released?
- The Music Man was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.