Jalal’s Story (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2014, Jalal’s Story is a drama film directed by Abu Shahed Emon, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. Just as Moses was found in the river Nile, an infant is rescued from a river, and adopted by Miraj, Karim and Sajib in turns over the years, only to be abandoned at the various stages of his life. From innocence to becoming a gangster, the unpredictable currents of Jalal's journey prove that he is truly a child of the river.
Who’s in it. Jalal’s Story stars Tauquir Ahmed as Karim, H M Akter as Monir, Mitali Das as Marium and Ahmed Gias as Amin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Jalal’s Story has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jalal’s Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jalal’s Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jalal’s Story (2014)?
- In GB, Jalal’s Story is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Jalal’s Story worth watching?
- Jalal’s Story holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jalal’s Story?
- Jalal’s Story stars Tauquir Ahmed, H M Akter, Mitali Das, Ahmed Gias and Mohammod Emon.
- When was Jalal’s Story released?
- Jalal’s Story was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.