Lial (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1982, Lial is a thriller and drama film directed by Hassan Al Imam, running about 110 minutes. “Lial” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Naima escapes from her stepfather's house, and works in Sherazade's nightclub who gives her the artistic name 'Layal' and she becomes a famous dancer. She falls in love with journalist Galal and hopes to marry him.
Who’s in it. Lial stars Sohier Ramzy, Mahmoud Abdel Aziz, Hussein Fahmy and Tahiya Cariocca, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Lial has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lial page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lial tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lial (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lial change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lial worth watching?
- Lial holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lial?
- Lial stars Sohier Ramzy, Mahmoud Abdel Aziz, Hussein Fahmy, Tahiya Cariocca and Naima El Soghier.
- When was Lial released?
- Lial was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.