The Price (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2016, The Price is a thriller film directed by Hesham Issawi, running about 145 minutes.
What it’s about. Magdy is a quiet, unassuming Taxi driver. When Magdy's wife becomes seriously ill all of Magdy's piteous earnings go to the escalating health costs of keeping her alive, he is given an opportunity to pay her medical bills. All Magdy has to do is agree to kill GALAL, the well-known left-wing writer who is known for his anti-Islamic views. Fate brings Dima, a Syrian immigrant into Magdy's life. In this exploration, Magdy and Dima's journey by way of violence and death turns out to be their path to self-discovery and true redemption.
Who’s in it. The Price stars Amr Youssef as Magdy, Saba Mubarak as Dima, Abdel Aziz Makhyoun as Galal and Sahar Al-Sayegh as Hoda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Price 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 Price page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Price tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Price (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Price change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Price worth watching?
- The Price holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Price?
- The Price stars Amr Youssef, Saba Mubarak, Abdel Aziz Makhyoun, Sahar Al-Sayegh and Magdy Badr.
- When was The Price released?
- The Price was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 145 minutes.