Alif (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2015, Alif is a drama film directed by N K Muhammed Koya, running about 101 minutes. “The First Letter of Knowledge” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in a remote village in Malabar, the film portrays the struggles of a young Muslim woman and her family who is ostracised by society for questioning a religious speech
Who’s in it. Alif stars Lenaa as Fatima, Kalabhavan Mani as Chandran, Irshad Ali as Abu and Nedumudi Venu as Kunjammadu Sahib, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Alif has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alif page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alif tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alif (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alif change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alif worth watching?
- Alif holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alif?
- Alif stars Lenaa, Kalabhavan Mani, Irshad Ali, Nedumudi Venu and Zeenath.
- When was Alif released?
- Alif was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.