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Watani wa hubbi (1960): cast, story & where to watch

1960 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1960, Watani wa hubbi is a notable film directed by Hussein Sedki, running about 120 minutes.

What it’s about. Wahid is an Egyptian officer who travels to Damascus on a secret mission. It was natural for Syrian journalists to follow him, trying to uncover the truth about his mission. He meets the journalist Hala, and they wander around the city's landmarks and sights after love creeps into their hearts. An international gang offers Wahid to play a role on their behalf in exchange for a sum of money. He accepts the mission and travels to Cairo. Hala follows him and discovers his relationship with the gang and his preparation for a conspiracy against his country.

Who’s in it. Watani wa hubbi stars Hussein Sedki as Wahid, Omar Al-Hariri as Salah, Abdel Ghani Qamar and Hala Shawkat as Effat, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Watani wa hubbi 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 Watani wa hubbi page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Watani wa hubbi (1960)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Watani wa hubbi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Watani wa hubbi worth watching?
Watani wa hubbi holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Watani wa hubbi?
Watani wa hubbi stars Hussein Sedki, Omar Al-Hariri, Abdel Ghani Qamar, Hala Shawkat and Salah Mansour.
When was Watani wa hubbi released?
Watani wa hubbi was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.