The Nigger (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1973, The Nigger is a comedy and drama film directed by Amir Shervan, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The daughter of a wealthy man marries a young Black man against her father's wishes. Shortly after, the woman dies during childbirth, and her husband is killed during a police chase. A little Black boy is the result of this marriage. The little boy meets a young man named "Reza," through whom he comes face to face with his grandfather.
Who’s in it. The Nigger stars Reza Beyk Imanverdi as Reza, Jamileh as Pari, Ali Akbar Mahdavifar as Ali's Grandfather and Rahim Roshanian as Rahim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Nigger 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 Nigger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nigger tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nigger (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nigger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nigger worth watching?
- The Nigger holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Nigger?
- The Nigger stars Reza Beyk Imanverdi, Jamileh, Ali Akbar Mahdavifar, Rahim Roshanian and Kazem Roshanzamir.
- When was The Nigger released?
- The Nigger was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.