Al karnak (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1975, Al karnak is a drama film directed by Aly Badrakhan, running about 142 minutes.
What it’s about. In the sixties, the lives of three college classmates, Isma'il, Zainab and Hemy, takes a dark turn when the three of them are arrested and tortured as a part of the repressive and violent practices that were employed by the General Intelligence Directorate back then.
Who’s in it. Al karnak stars Farid Shawqi as Diab, Soad Hosny as Zainab, Kamal el-Shennawi as Khalid Safwan and Shwikar as Aranfala, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Al karnak has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Al karnak page.
If you liked it. Fans of Al karnak tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Al karnak (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Al karnak change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Al karnak worth watching?
- Al karnak holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Al karnak?
- Al karnak stars Farid Shawqi, Soad Hosny, Kamal el-Shennawi, Shwikar and Tahiya Cariocca.
- When was Al karnak released?
- Al karnak was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.