The Sun Will Never Set (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1962, The Sun Will Never Set is a romance film directed by Salah Abu Seif, running about 138 minutes.
What it’s about. An aristocratic family is torn down after the death of its patriarch. He leaves alone his widow wife and five of his daughters and sons. His eldest son, Ahmed (Shukry Sarhan), takes the role of the man in the house and helps his mother take care of his brother and sisters. Mamdouh (Ahmed Ramzy), his brother, is a self-centered man who refuses to follow his brother’s step and decides to make his own decisions in his life.
Who’s in it. The Sun Will Never Set stars Faten Hamamah as Layla, Nadia Lotfi as Actress, Ahmed Ramzy as Mamdouh and Shukri Sarhan as Ahmed, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Sun Will Never Set sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sun Will Never Set page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sun Will Never Set tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sun Will Never Set (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sun Will Never Set change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sun Will Never Set worth watching?
- The Sun Will Never Set holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Sun Will Never Set?
- The Sun Will Never Set stars Faten Hamamah, Nadia Lotfi, Ahmed Ramzy, Shukri Sarhan and Emad Hamdy.
- When was The Sun Will Never Set released?
- The Sun Will Never Set was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.