Fazil (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1928, Fazil is a drama and romance film directed by Howard Hawks, running about 88 minutes. “Desires under the Palms and along the Parisian Boulevards” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Arab prince born and raised in the desert and a beautiful Frenchwoman from Paris fall in love and marry, but the tremendous differences in their backgrounds and the cultural differences between their two different societies put strains on their marriage that may well prove irreparable.
Who’s in it. Fazil stars Charles Farrell as Prince Fazil, Greta Nissen as Fabienne, John Boles as John Clavering and Mae Busch as Helen Dubreuze, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Fazil has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fazil page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fazil tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fazil (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fazil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fazil worth watching?
- Fazil holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fazil?
- Fazil stars Charles Farrell, Greta Nissen, John Boles, Mae Busch and Tyler Brooke.
- When was Fazil released?
- Fazil was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.