The Nightingale's Prayer (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1959, The Nightingale's Prayer is a drama and romance film directed by Henry Barakat, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. This compelling tale of love and betrayal, set in the upper Egyptian countryside, follows the story of Amna "Faten Hamama" as she plots her revenge on the engineer who destroyed her family's honor.
Who’s in it. The Nightingale's Prayer stars Faten Hamamah as Amna, Ahmad Mazhar, Zahrat El-Ola as Handay and Ragaa Al-Giddawy as Ghadeega, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Nightingale's Prayer has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $200K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nightingale's Prayer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nightingale's Prayer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nightingale's Prayer (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nightingale's Prayer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nightingale's Prayer worth watching?
- The Nightingale's Prayer holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Nightingale's Prayer?
- The Nightingale's Prayer stars Faten Hamamah, Ahmad Mazhar, Zahrat El-Ola, Ragaa Al-Giddawy and Amina Rizk.