The Blade and the Silk (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film
Released in 1987, The Blade and the Silk is an action and adventure film directed by Masud Kimiai, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. In a meeting in Thailand, it is decided that twenty tons of heroin to be smuggled to Iran and to be pushed in schools, universities, and even the frontline. While the shipment is being moved on Iranian roads, a detective is killed in Tehran. His successor tries to find the shipment with the help from an addicted inmate and his fiancée.
Who’s in it. The Blade and the Silk stars Mohammad Saleh Ala as Jamshid, Farimah Farjami as Susan Makashi, Jamshid Hashempour and Kamran Bakhtar, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Blade and the Silk page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blade and the Silk tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blade and the Silk (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blade and the Silk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Blade and the Silk?
- The Blade and the Silk stars Mohammad Saleh Ala, Farimah Farjami, Jamshid Hashempour, Kamran Bakhtar and Jalal Pishvaian.
- When was The Blade and the Silk released?
- The Blade and the Silk was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.