Baby Arabia (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film
Released in 2010, Baby Arabia is a music and documentary film directed by Kong Rithdee, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. Baby Arabia follows one of the oldest Thai-Muslim bands specializing in the subcultural genre of Arab-Malay music - the bouncy ethnic cross-pollination of Arabian melodies, Malay throbs, Thai Luke-thoong kicks, and a bit of Latin tempo. We meet Geh, founder of the band who taught himself to play the accordion 35 year ago. Geh is joined by Umar, a former Koran teacher and now a guitarist with a knack for Egyptian numbers. Fronting their band is Jamilah, a husky-voiced, humble diva who teaches the Koran during the day and sings Arabic songs at night while wondering if the world of melody can be both faith-bound and joyously secular.
Who’s in it. Baby Arabia stars Jameelah Boonmalerd as Self, Supachai Luanwong as Self, Suriyah Madtorhead as Self and Umar Noraheem as Self.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Baby Arabia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Baby Arabia tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Baby Arabia (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Baby Arabia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Baby Arabia?
- Baby Arabia stars Jameelah Boonmalerd, Supachai Luanwong, Suriyah Madtorhead and Umar Noraheem.
- When was Baby Arabia released?
- Baby Arabia was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.