The Ominous House (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1979, The Ominous House is a drama film directed by Sheikh Niamat Ali, running about 131 minutes.
What it’s about. A poor family returns to their village from Dhaka after The Great Bengal Femine 1943. This movie centers on their struggling life during the World War II period.
Who’s in it. The Ominous House stars Dolly Anowar as Jaigun, Rawshan Zamil, Rawshan Zamil as Shafi's Mother and Sitara Begum as Lalu's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Ominous House 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 Ominous House page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ominous House tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ominous House (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ominous House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ominous House worth watching?
- The Ominous House holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Ominous House?
- The Ominous House stars Dolly Anowar, Rawshan Zamil, Rawshan Zamil, Sitara Begum and Elora.
- When was The Ominous House released?
- The Ominous House was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 131 minutes.