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The Three Friends (1966): cast, story & where to watch

1966 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1966, The Three Friends is a drama film directed by Ahmed Diaa Aldin.

What it’s about. Three friends are arrested after committing an accident with their car. After finishing their sentence, they become partners with the owner of a decoration workshop. But he deceives them and spends the money in gambling. They force him to sign a waiver of his workshop but he wants to get it back.

Who’s in it. The Three Friends stars Hassan Youssef as Galal, Mohamed Awad as Hamoda, Ahmed Ramzy as Essam and Yousuf Shaaban as Ezzat, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Three Friends has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Three Friends page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Three Friends tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Three Friends (1966)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Three Friends change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Three Friends worth watching?
The Three Friends holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Three Friends?
The Three Friends stars Hassan Youssef, Mohamed Awad, Ahmed Ramzy, Yousuf Shaaban and Nagwa Fouad.
When was The Three Friends released?
The Three Friends was released in 1966.