The Lover (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2012, The Lover is a drama and romance film directed by Abdellatif Abdelhamid, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. The autobiography of a film director who grows up in a small town then leaves for the city to finish his studies. When he became famous, he decided to make a film about his upbringing in the village based on his childhood memories.
Who’s in it. The Lover stars Abdel Moneim Amayri as Mourad, Dima Kandalaft as Rima, Abdellatif Abdelhamid as Father and Fadi Sobieh as School Principal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Lover sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lover page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lover tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lover (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lover change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lover worth watching?
- The Lover holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lover?
- The Lover stars Abdel Moneim Amayri, Dima Kandalaft, Abdellatif Abdelhamid, Fadi Sobieh and Qays Sheikh Najib.
- When was The Lover released?
- The Lover was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.