The Cycle (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1978, The Cycle is a drama film directed by Dariush Mehrjui, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Ali and his father go from their poor neighborhood in the outskirts of the city to a hospital so that Ali's father can be treated for his sickness. However since they have no money, Ali starts to work for Dr. Sameri who deals in blood.
Who’s in it. The Cycle stars Saeed Kangarani as Ali, Ezzatolah Entezami as Dr. Sameri, Ali Nasirian as Esmail and Forouzan as Zahra, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Cycle 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 The Cycle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cycle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cycle (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cycle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cycle worth watching?
- The Cycle holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Cycle?
- The Cycle stars Saeed Kangarani, Ezzatolah Entezami, Ali Nasirian, Forouzan and Esmail Mohammadi.