The Day Shall Dawn (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1959, The Day Shall Dawn is a drama film directed by A.J. Kardar, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. A look at the daily lives of fishermen in East Bengal.
Who’s in it. The Day Shall Dawn stars Khan Ataur Rehman as Kasim, Tripti Mitra as Mala, Kazi Khaliq as Lal Nian and Zurain Rakshi as Fisherman Mian, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Day Shall Dawn has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Day Shall Dawn page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Day Shall Dawn tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Day Shall Dawn (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Day Shall Dawn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Day Shall Dawn worth watching?
- The Day Shall Dawn holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Day Shall Dawn?
- The Day Shall Dawn stars Khan Ataur Rehman, Tripti Mitra, Kazi Khaliq, Zurain Rakshi and Maina Latif.
- When was The Day Shall Dawn released?
- The Day Shall Dawn was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.