Cairo Road (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1950, Cairo Road is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by David MacDonald, running about 83 minutes. “The war against narcotics can never stop!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In colonial Egypt, a British police officer sets out on a daring hunt for drug smuggling gangs operating along the notorious Cairo Road.
Who’s in it. Cairo Road stars Eric Portman as Col. Youssef Bey, Laurence Harvey as Lt. Mourad, Harold Lang as Rico Pavlis and Grégoire Aslan as Lombardi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Cairo Road has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cairo Road page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cairo Road tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cairo Road (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cairo Road change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cairo Road worth watching?
- Cairo Road holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cairo Road?
- Cairo Road stars Eric Portman, Laurence Harvey, Harold Lang, Grégoire Aslan and Karl Stepanek.
- When was Cairo Road released?
- Cairo Road was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.