The Innocent (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1986, The Innocent is a thriller and drama film directed by Atef El-Tayeb, running about 110 minutes. “Al Baree'” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A simple minded peasant was recruited in the Egyptian army where he was deceived to believe that political activists are his homeland enemies, but not for so long.
Who’s in it. The Innocent stars Gamil Ratib as Dr. Ali Khalefa, Mahmoud Abdel Aziz as Tawfiq Shrks, Ahmad Zaki as Ahmad Saba' Al Lail and Mamdouh Abd El Aleem as Hussain, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Innocent sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Innocent page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Innocent tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Innocent (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Innocent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Innocent worth watching?
- The Innocent holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Innocent?
- The Innocent stars Gamil Ratib, Mahmoud Abdel Aziz, Ahmad Zaki, Mamdouh Abd El Aleem and Hosny Abdul Jalil.
- When was The Innocent released?
- The Innocent was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.