The Big Brother (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film
Released in 1958, The Big Brother is a thriller and drama film directed by Fatin Abdel Wahab, running about 79 minutes. “Family And then the flood” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. While Awad's family believes him to be an honorable man, Awad heads a drug-dealing gang. He tries to keep the balance between his family's image of him and his illegal business dealings.
Who’s in it. The Big Brother stars Farid Shawqi as Awad Shehata, Hind Rostom as Rawhaya, Ahmed Ramzy as Ahmed Shehata and Farida Fahmy as Dawlat, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Brother page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Brother tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Brother (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Brother change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Big Brother?
- The Big Brother stars Farid Shawqi, Hind Rostom, Ahmed Ramzy, Farida Fahmy and Ferdoos Mohammed.
- When was The Big Brother released?
- The Big Brother was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.