David & Layla (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 2005, David & Layla is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by J.J. Alani, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Inspired by a true story, sparks fly when a Jew and a Muslim fall in love in New York. David (David Moscow), TV host of "Sex & Happiness", becomes smitten with the voluptuous Layla (Shiva Rose) - a mysterious, sensual dancer who turns out to be a refugee. David's reckless pursuit of Layla sets off an unveiling of the similarities and contrasts of their ancient cultures. His lust grows into love as he discovers in stunning Layla a sensitive, intelligent war survivor with a rich culture that echoes his own. But their families are dead set against their unlikely romance. Faced with deportation, Layla must choose.
Who’s in it. David & Layla stars David Moscow as David Fine, Shiva Rose as Layla, Callie Thorne as Abby, David's fiancee and Peter Van Wagner as Mel Fine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, David & Layla has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch David & Layla page.
If you liked it. Fans of David & Layla tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch David & Layla (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for David & Layla change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is David & Layla worth watching?
- David & Layla holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in David & Layla?
- David & Layla stars David Moscow, Shiva Rose, Callie Thorne, Peter Van Wagner and Polly Adams.
- When was David & Layla released?
- David & Layla was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.