Avicenna (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film
Released in 1957, Avicenna is a drama and history film directed by Komil Yormatov, running about 92 minutes. “Biography, Drama, History” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The film is dedicated to the philosopher, doctor, scientist of the East and poet Abu-Ali Ibn-Sin, who lived in Bukhara in the 10th century and was known in Europe under the name of Avicenna. Bukhara. Eighteen-year-old doctor Ibn Sina saves the emir from a fatal illness. Refusing gold and honors, the young man only asks for admission to the emir's book depository as a reward. The study of the works of ancient scientists, philosophers, doctors, observations of nature, numerous experiments increase the knowledge of Ibn Sipa. The treacherous attack on Bukhara by the troops of the ruler of Ghazna Mahmud, who devastated the city and set the world's greatest book depository on fire, forced Ibn-Sina to leave his homeland. After many years of wandering, he, together with his student and assistant Juzjani, comes to the capital of Khorezm, Gurganj, to declare war on the plague raging here...
Who’s in it. Avicenna stars Marat Aripov as Avitsenna, Tulkun Tadzhiyev as Juzjani, Abbas Bakirov as Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni and Mukhamejan Kasymov as Maymandi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Avicenna page.
If you liked it. Fans of Avicenna tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Avicenna (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Avicenna change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Avicenna?
- Avicenna stars Marat Aripov, Tulkun Tadzhiyev, Abbas Bakirov, Mukhamejan Kasymov and Razak Khamrayev.
- When was Avicenna released?
- Avicenna was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.