Ghalandar (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film
Released in 1972, Ghalandar is a thriller and drama film directed by Ali Hatami, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Ghalandar feels bothered by the suitors wooing for his sister Eshrat. But for a secret reason he does not want to marry her off. As a way out, he asks his trusted friend Sadegh to marry his sister, but warns him about making love with her. Sadegh tries to keep his promise, but when he leaves his wife immediately after the wedding ceremony for the capital, Eshrat follows and joins him and his mother. Unable to bear with the taunts of mother, Sadegh eventually breaks his oath and takes his legal wife to bed. Informed of this betrayal, Ghalandar waylays Sadegh at a dark night and stabs him to death. Eshrat, suspecting who is behind this murder, flees and joins a whorehouse, intent to exact her revenge by staining the name of his so-far respectable brother...
Who’s in it. Ghalandar stars Naser Malek Motiee as Ghalandar, Forouzan as Eshrat, Bahman Mofid as Davood and Zhale Olov as Sadegh's mother, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ghalandar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ghalandar tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ghalandar (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ghalandar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Ghalandar?
- Ghalandar stars Naser Malek Motiee, Forouzan, Bahman Mofid, Zhale Olov and Morteza Ahmadi.
- When was Ghalandar released?
- Ghalandar was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.