Babes in Bagdad (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1952, Babes in Bagdad is a comedy film directed by Edgar G. Ulmer, running about 79 minutes. “1001 ADVENTURES! 1001 DELIGHTS! THE ARABIAN NIGHTS NEVER SAW SIGHTS LIKE THIS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Kadi of Bagdad has harem troubles in this low budget comedy from Edgar Ulmer.
Who’s in it. Babes in Bagdad stars Paulette Goddard as Kyra, Gypsy Rose Lee as Zohara, Richard Ney as Ezar and Sebastian Cabot as Sinbad, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Babes in Bagdad has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Babes in Bagdad page.
If you liked it. Fans of Babes in Bagdad tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Babes in Bagdad (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Babes in Bagdad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Babes in Bagdad worth watching?
- Babes in Bagdad holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Babes in Bagdad?
- Babes in Bagdad stars Paulette Goddard, Gypsy Rose Lee, Richard Ney, Sebastian Cabot and Christopher Lee.
- When was Babes in Bagdad released?
- Babes in Bagdad was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.