Khamsa Bab (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1983, Khamsa Bab is a comedy film directed by Nader Galal, running about 141 minutes. “Khamsa Bab” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Inside the prostitution district of Old Cairo, an honest policeman is appointed to fight corruption and bullying inside the neighborhood, until he falls in love with one of the women there. After a trap is set for him, he gets fired from his job.
Who’s in it. Khamsa Bab stars Adel Emam, Nadia El Gendy, Fouad El-Mohandes and Fouad Ahmed.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Khamsa Bab has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Khamsa Bab page.
If you liked it. Fans of Khamsa Bab tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Khamsa Bab (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Khamsa Bab change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Khamsa Bab worth watching?
- Khamsa Bab holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Khamsa Bab?
- Khamsa Bab stars Adel Emam, Nadia El Gendy, Fouad El-Mohandes and Fouad Ahmed.
- When was Khamsa Bab released?
- Khamsa Bab was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 141 minutes.