A Woman from Cairo (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film

Released in 1973, A Woman from Cairo is a drama and romance film directed by Mohamed Abdelaziz, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. The tragic life of a woman, Mona, as she divorces her opportunistic husband and gets engaged to Sherif, a tourist company owner. She is in for more tragedies as he decides to emigrate following the defeat in the 1967 War. Mona then crosses paths with Mahmoud. Will it be another heartbreak for her?
Who’s in it. A Woman from Cairo stars Mahmoud Yassin, Magda El Khatib, Samir Sabri and Hamdy Ahmed, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Woman from Cairo page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Woman from Cairo tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Woman from Cairo (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Woman from Cairo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Woman from Cairo?
- A Woman from Cairo stars Mahmoud Yassin, Magda El Khatib, Samir Sabri, Hamdy Ahmed and Shoukry Sarhan.
- When was A Woman from Cairo released?
- A Woman from Cairo was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.