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The Water Carrier Died (1977): cast, story & where to watch

1977 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1977, The Water Carrier Died is a notable film directed by Salah Abu Seif, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. The story of the friendship that develops between two men with quite different world views. One, a water carrier whose wife has died twenty years before, spends his days thinking about her. The other, who works in the funeral business, spends his life in the pursuit of pleasure because he recognizes that death will bring an end to all enjoyment. They meet and become friends. Through this friendship the water carrier is encouraged to change his morbid way of thinking and to enjoy life.

Who’s in it. The Water Carrier Died stars Ezzat Al Alaily as Al-saqqa, Tahiya Cariocca, Farid Shawqy as Shahata and Hassan Hussein, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Water Carrier Died has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Water Carrier Died page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Water Carrier Died (1977)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Water Carrier Died change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Water Carrier Died worth watching?
The Water Carrier Died holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Water Carrier Died?
The Water Carrier Died stars Ezzat Al Alaily, Tahiya Cariocca, Farid Shawqy, Hassan Hussein and Amina Rizk.
When was The Water Carrier Died released?
The Water Carrier Died was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.