The Stab in the Back (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1977, The Stab in the Back is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Arif Babayev, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. Young inspector investigates a murder in small town.
Who’s in it. The Stab in the Back stars Shahmar Alakbarov as Gunduz, Adil Isgandarov as Dadashli, Yusif Valiyev as Fattah and Hamlet Khanizadeh as Imash, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Stab in the Back 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 Stab in the Back page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stab in the Back tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stab in the Back (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stab in the Back change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Stab in the Back worth watching?
- The Stab in the Back holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Stab in the Back?
- The Stab in the Back stars Shahmar Alakbarov, Adil Isgandarov, Yusif Valiyev, Hamlet Khanizadeh and Amaliya Panahova.
- When was The Stab in the Back released?
- The Stab in the Back was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.