Troublemaker (1980): cast, story & where to watch

1980 · Film · ★ 8.5

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Released in 1980, Troublemaker is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Mohamed Abdelaziz, running about 110 minutes.

What it’s about. Azza escapes from her family’s home after being incessantly harassed by her stepfather. On her journey, she meets Medhat and agrees to live in his house, where she meets Magda and they become friends. Things get complicated when Magda dies and Azza pretends to be her.

Who’s in it. Troublemaker stars Adel Emam as Medhat, Noura as Azza, Mohamed Reda as Mahmoud and Esaad Younes as Samira, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Troublemaker sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Troublemaker page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Troublemaker (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Troublemaker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Troublemaker worth watching?
Troublemaker holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Troublemaker?
Troublemaker stars Adel Emam, Noura, Mohamed Reda, Esaad Younes and Farouq Al Fishawy.
When was Troublemaker released?
Troublemaker was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.