The Great Lady (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film

Released in 1956, The Great Lady is a drama film directed by Hassan El Sayfi, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. She is a comic film starring Ismail Yassin, who plays the role of a monologue who improves his condition after being married by a wealthy woman (Tahia Karioka), who requires her to be in her hands (that is, she has the right to divorce herself at the time she wants) However, her brothers are exposed to this marriage.
Who’s in it. The Great Lady stars Ismail Yasseen, Tahiya Cariocca, Mahmoud El Meligy and Zeinat Sedki, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Lady page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Lady tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Lady (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Lady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Great Lady?
- The Great Lady stars Ismail Yasseen, Tahiya Cariocca, Mahmoud El Meligy, Zeinat Sedki and Hassan Fayek.
- When was The Great Lady released?
- The Great Lady was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.