Guimba the Tyrant (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1996, Guimba the Tyrant is a comedy and drama film directed by Cheick Oumar Sissoko, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. The movie shows the rise and fall of a cruel and despotic village chief Guimba, and his son Jangine in a fictional village in the Sahel of Mali.
Who’s in it. Guimba the Tyrant stars Fatoumata Coulibaly as Sadio, Balla Habib Dembélé as Sambou the Bard (as Habibou Dembele), Lamine Diallo as Janguine and Maimouna Hélène Diarra as Meya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Guimba the Tyrant 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 Guimba the Tyrant page.
If you liked it. Fans of Guimba the Tyrant tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Guimba the Tyrant (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Guimba the Tyrant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Guimba the Tyrant worth watching?
- Guimba the Tyrant holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Guimba the Tyrant?
- Guimba the Tyrant stars Fatoumata Coulibaly, Balla Habib Dembélé, Lamine Diallo, Maimouna Hélène Diarra and Balla Moussa Keita.
- When was Guimba the Tyrant released?
- Guimba the Tyrant was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.