The Sparrow (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1972, The Sparrow is a drama film directed by Youssef Chahine, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Set shortly before and during the Six Day War in June of 1967, The Sparrow follows a young police officer stationed in a small village in Upper Egypt whose inhabitants suffer from the harassment of a corrupt businessman.
Who’s in it. The Sparrow stars Salah Kabil, Ali El Scherif, Mahmoud el-Meliguy and Seif Abdelrahman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Sparrow 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 The Sparrow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sparrow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sparrow (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sparrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sparrow worth watching?
- The Sparrow 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 The Sparrow?
- The Sparrow stars Salah Kabil, Ali El Scherif, Mahmoud el-Meliguy, Seif Abdelrahman and Mohsena Tewfik.
- When was The Sparrow released?
- The Sparrow was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.