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I Am Free (1958): cast, story & where to watch

1958 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1958, I Am Free is a drama film directed by Salah Abu Seif, running about 115 minutes.

What it’s about. Part of a trilogy by Salah Abu Seif about women’s empowerment. The film takes place in late 1940s / early 1950s urban Egypt, and tells the story of a young woman’s search for personal freedom and a fulfilling identity as a young modern Egyptian.

Who’s in it. I Am Free stars Lobna Abdel Aziz, Zouzou Nabil, Hussein Reyaad and Shoukry Sarhan.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, I Am Free 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 I Am Free page.

If you liked it. Fans of I Am Free tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch I Am Free (1958)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Am Free change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is I Am Free worth watching?
I Am Free holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in I Am Free?
I Am Free stars Lobna Abdel Aziz, Zouzou Nabil, Hussein Reyaad and Shoukry Sarhan.
When was I Am Free released?
I Am Free was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.