Shaihu Umar (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1976, Shaihu Umar is a drama film directed by Adamu Halilu, running about 142 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in northern Nigeria towards the end of the 19th century, Shaihu Umar begins with a discussion between Islamic students and their renowned teacher, the wise man Shaihu Umar. Asked about his origins, Umar begins to tell his story: he comes from a modest background and is separated from his mother after his father dies and his stepfather is banished. His subsequent trials and tribulations are marked by slavery, and he is put to any number of tests until he finally becomes the adopted son of his Arabic master Abdulkarim. He attends Quranic school and is made an imam upon reaching adulthood. Following a particular dream, he resolves to search for his mother.
Who’s in it. Shaihu Umar stars Umaru Ladan as Shaihu Umar, Mairiga Aliyu as Fatima, Husaini Mohammed as Umar (3 years up) and Umaru Dembo as Makau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Shaihu Umar 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 Shaihu Umar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shaihu Umar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shaihu Umar (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shaihu Umar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shaihu Umar worth watching?
- Shaihu Umar holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Shaihu Umar?
- Shaihu Umar stars Umaru Ladan, Mairiga Aliyu, Husaini Mohammed, Umaru Dembo and Assad Yasin.
- When was Shaihu Umar released?
- Shaihu Umar was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.