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Fatmah (1947): cast, story & where to watch

1947 · Film

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Released in 1947, Fatmah is a drama and music film directed by Ahmad Badrakhan, running about 130 minutes.

What it’s about. Om Koultoum stars in this musical-drama as Fatmah, Nurse to a Pasha who falls in love with his younger brother and marries him in secret. But soon their relationship deteriorates and her husband refuses to recognize the child she expects from him.

Who’s in it. Fatmah stars Umm Kulthum as Fatmah, Anwar Wagdi as Fat-hi, Zouzou Chakib as Mirvat and Saneya Shawky as Belly dancer, among others.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Fatmah tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fatmah (1947)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fatmah change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Fatmah?
Fatmah stars Umm Kulthum, Anwar Wagdi, Zouzou Chakib, Saneya Shawky and Soliman Naguib.
When was Fatmah released?
Fatmah was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.