Lal-e-Yaman (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1933, Lal-e-Yaman is a fantasy and drama film directed by J.B.H. Wadia, running about 159 minutes.
What it’s about. Oriental fantasy derived from classic Parsee theatre. The heir to the Yemeni throne, Prince Parviz, is falsely imprisoned by his stepmother who claims power. Parviz receives a magic dagger from a mystic sufi fakir to liberate himself and his people. The dagger makes him invisible. He kills the Apeman and the genii, rescues the captive Princess Parizad and, finally, overwhelms the soldiers sent to recapture him. The king learns the truth and repents.
Who’s in it. Lal-e-Yaman stars Jal Khambatta as King of Yaman, Karimja as Prince Parviz, Padma as Princess Parizad and Firoz Dasturi as Prince Nadir, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Lal-e-Yaman 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 Lal-e-Yaman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lal-e-Yaman tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lal-e-Yaman (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lal-e-Yaman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lal-e-Yaman worth watching?
- Lal-e-Yaman holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Lal-e-Yaman?
- Lal-e-Yaman stars Jal Khambatta, Karimja, Padma, Firoz Dasturi and Master Mohammed.
- When was Lal-e-Yaman released?
- Lal-e-Yaman was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 159 minutes.