The Principal (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2000, The Principal is a comedy film directed by Sherif Arafa, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. Principal Ashour runs his school with severity and cruelty. After his death, his son Salah inherits the school and faces a lot of troubles in managing it.
Who’s in it. The Principal stars Alaa Wali ElDein as Ashoor / Salah / Gawaher, Ahmed Helmy, Mohamed Saad and Hassan Hosny as Mr Saied, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Principal has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Principal page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Principal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Principal (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Principal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Principal worth watching?
- The Principal holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Principal?
- The Principal stars Alaa Wali ElDein, Ahmed Helmy, Mohamed Saad, Hassan Hosny and Basma.
- When was The Principal released?
- The Principal was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.