Shirak (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, Shirak is a notable film directed by Dariush Mehrjui, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Set against the stunning landscape of rural Iran, Shirak is a symbolic rural drama centered on a young boy who lives in a small agricultural village that is being terrorized by wild boars. When his father is mauled to death by the boars during an attack on one of the village fields, Shirak suddenly finds himself the head of the household. Determined to hunt down the dangerous animals and kill them, he picks dates in order to be able to purchase a watchdog from one of the local villagers. Together, Shirak and his dog confront the beasts when they attack the village.
Who’s in it. Shirak stars Ezzatolah Entezami as Haj Khaloo, Mehdi Asadi as Shirak, Hamid Jebeli and Farzaneh Kaboli as Shirak's mother.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shirak page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shirak (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shirak change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Shirak?
- Shirak stars Ezzatolah Entezami, Mehdi Asadi, Hamid Jebeli and Farzaneh Kaboli.
- When was Shirak released?
- Shirak was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.