The Beach Loafer (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 2004, The Beach Loafer is a comedy, crime and romance film directed by Ali Ragab, running about 112 minutes.

What it’s about. This hilarious comedy is about a young man, who like many young Egyptians, is going through the day to day struggle of being unemployed. He manages to get by with odd jobs here and there until he falls in love with a conservative girl who inspires him to build a more stable life.

Who’s in it. The Beach Loafer stars Ahmed Helmy as حنتيرة, Yasmin Abdulaziz as نعمة, Mahmoud Abdel Moghni as عماد and Riko, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Beach Loafer 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 Beach Loafer page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Beach Loafer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Beach Loafer (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Beach Loafer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Beach Loafer worth watching?
The Beach Loafer holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Beach Loafer?
The Beach Loafer stars Ahmed Helmy, Yasmin Abdulaziz, Mahmoud Abdel Moghni, Riko and Ahmad Rateb.
When was The Beach Loafer released?
The Beach Loafer was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.