Between Heaven and Earth (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1959, Between Heaven and Earth is a comedy film directed by Salah Abu Seif, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. In the blasting heat of a Friday afternoon in Cairo, a group of people – among them a movie star, a thief, a madman, a cook and a pregnant woman – find themselves trapped in an elevator for 12 hours.
Who’s in it. Between Heaven and Earth stars Hind Rostom, Abdel Salam Al Nabulsy, Abdel Moneim Ibrahim and Mahmoud el-Meliguy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Between Heaven and Earth sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Between Heaven and Earth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Between Heaven and Earth tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Between Heaven and Earth (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Between Heaven and Earth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Between Heaven and Earth worth watching?
- Between Heaven and Earth holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Between Heaven and Earth?
- Between Heaven and Earth stars Hind Rostom, Abdel Salam Al Nabulsy, Abdel Moneim Ibrahim, Mahmoud el-Meliguy and Said Abu Bakr.
- When was Between Heaven and Earth released?
- Between Heaven and Earth was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.