If Not This, Then That (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 7.4

Released in 1956, If Not This, Then That is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Huseyn Seyidzadeh, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Popularly known by the name of the main character, "Mashadi Ibad" was based on a musical comedy by composer Uzeyir Hajibeyov and written in the early 1900s. The story is based on the age old-theme of a beautiful young woman Gulnaz who falls in love with a young man Sarvar but is obliged to marry someone else.
Who’s in it. If Not This, Then That stars Arif Mirzaguliyev as Sarvar, Tamara Gozalova as Gulnaz, Barat Shakinskaya as Sanam and Ismail Afandiyev as Hasangulu bey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, If Not This, Then That 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 If Not This, Then That page.
If you liked it. Fans of If Not This, Then That tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch If Not This, Then That (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for If Not This, Then That change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is If Not This, Then That worth watching?
- If Not This, Then That holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in If Not This, Then That?
- If Not This, Then That stars Arif Mirzaguliyev, Tamara Gozalova, Barat Shakinskaya, Ismail Afandiyev and Mustafa Mardanov.
- When was If Not This, Then That released?
- If Not This, Then That was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.
