Harem (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1985, Harem is a drama, romance and history film directed by Arthur Joffé, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Diane is a sophisticated trainee on the New York Stock Exchange who is suddenly kidnapped and held captive in a North African desert hideaway by Selim, an Arab mogul.
Who’s in it. Harem stars Nastassja Kinski as Diane, Ben Kingsley as Selim, Zohra Sehgal as Affaf and Dennis Goldson as Massoud, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Harem has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Harem page.
If you liked it. Fans of Harem tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Harem (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Harem change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Harem worth watching?
- Harem holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Harem?
- Harem stars Nastassja Kinski, Ben Kingsley, Zohra Sehgal, Dennis Goldson and Michel Robin.
- When was Harem released?
- Harem was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.