The Postman (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1972, The Postman is a drama film directed by Dariush Mehrjui, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. A political metaphor based on Karl Buchner's "Woyzeck": a simpleminded mailman ends up committing a murder.
Who’s in it. The Postman stars Ali Nasirian as Taghi, Ezzatolah Entezami as Niyatollah, Jaleh Sam as Mounir, Taghi's wife and Ahmad Reza Ahmadi as Niyatollah's Nephew, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Postman 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 Postman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Postman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Postman (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Postman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Postman worth watching?
- The Postman holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Postman?
- The Postman stars Ali Nasirian, Ezzatolah Entezami, Jaleh Sam, Ahmad Reza Ahmadi and Bahman Forsi.
- When was The Postman released?
- The Postman was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.