The Merry Widow
Originally released in 1956. The Merry Widow is a drama film. directed by Helmy Rafla.
Starring Laila Fawzy, Kamal Al-Shenawy, and Abdelsalam Al-Nabulsi
Synopsis
Abdel Aal forces his daughter Samira to marry a wealthy man. After his death, they discover his will to deprive his entire family of his wealth, except for his widow Samira, on the condition that she remain a widow and not marry after him. Asem, her husband's brother, tries to exploit the situation and force her to marry. She flees to Egypt, meets Magdy, falls in love with him, and is forced to impersonate a maid so that her secret is not revealed.
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- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Merry Widow about?
Abdel Aal forces his daughter Samira to marry a wealthy man. After his death, they discover his will to deprive his entire family of his wealth, except for his widow Samira, on the condition that s...
Who directed The Merry Widow?
The Merry Widow was directed by Helmy Rafla.
How long is The Merry Widow?
The Merry Widow has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Merry Widow released?
The Merry Widow was released on July 16, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Merry Widow?
The main cast of The Merry Widow includes Laila Fawzy, Kamal Al-Shenawy, Abdelsalam Al-Nabulsi, Hassan Fayek, Zeinat Sedki.