The Knife (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1972, The Knife is a drama film directed by Khaled Hammada, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Syrian-Palestinian film The Knife (1971), based on Palestinian revolutionary Ghassan Kanafani‘s novella All That’s Left To You; an allegorical story of Palestinian attachment to land and family, and the sorrow over their loss.
Who’s in it. The Knife stars Soheir El Morshedy, Rafiq Subaie, Bassam Lotfy and Naji Jabr.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Knife 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 Knife page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Knife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Knife (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Knife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Knife worth watching?
- The Knife holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Knife?
- The Knife stars Soheir El Morshedy, Rafiq Subaie, Bassam Lotfy and Naji Jabr.
- When was The Knife released?
- The Knife was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.