The Jinn in Microdistrict (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 7

The Jinn in Microdistrict poster

Released in 1986, The Jinn in Microdistrict is a comedy, science fiction and music film directed by Ogtay Mirgasimov, running about 75 minutes.

What it’s about. The events in the film take place in one of the modern cities. The editor-in-chief Rustam Agayev (Egit Iskenderov) finds an ancient lamp placed in the jaw. For the talented but poor character Rustam, this lamp shatters the sky. With the help of jinn, the young man suceeds: his play is made on anchor; his girlfriend, Maya (Natalia Tagiyeva), agrees to marry him, and the bar is in the apartment. But Rustam wants to achieve everything. When the jinn throws away his "owner," he unveils the secret: a person must believe in his own power, and there must be a strong desire to create miracles.

Who’s in it. The Jinn in Microdistrict stars Otkam Isgandarov as Rustam, Rashid Mahmudzadeh as Jinn, Nataliya Taghiyeva as Maya and Tofik Mirzoyev as Suleyman Ibn Davud, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Jinn in Microdistrict 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 Jinn in Microdistrict page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Jinn in Microdistrict tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Jinn in Microdistrict (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jinn in Microdistrict change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Jinn in Microdistrict worth watching?
The Jinn in Microdistrict holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, science fiction and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Jinn in Microdistrict?
The Jinn in Microdistrict stars Otkam Isgandarov, Rashid Mahmudzadeh, Nataliya Taghiyeva, Tofik Mirzoyev and Eldaniz Rasulov.
When was The Jinn in Microdistrict released?
The Jinn in Microdistrict was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.