Al Aref (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2021, Al Aref is an action film directed by Ahmad Alaa Aldeeb, running about 121 minutes. “The Knower” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The film tackles cybercrime through the story of Younis, a man who lives with his wife and their baby girl, as he decides to rob a bank through the internet, but then finds himself chased by a dangerous gang.
Who’s in it. Al Aref stars Ahmed Ezz, Ahmad Fahmy, Mahmoud Hemida and Mostafa Khater, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Al Aref has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shahid VIP. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Al Aref page.
If you liked it. Fans of Al Aref tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Al Aref (2021)?
- In US, Al Aref is available to stream on Shahid VIP. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Al Aref worth watching?
- Al Aref holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Al Aref?
- Al Aref stars Ahmed Ezz, Ahmad Fahmy, Mahmoud Hemida, Mostafa Khater and Carmen Bsaibes.
- When was Al Aref released?
- Al Aref was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.