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Romantic drama

A Man in Our House (1961): Cast

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A Man in Our House is a 1961 romantic drama directed by Henry Barakat, starring Omar Sharif as إبراهيم حمدي, Hussain Ismael and Tawfiq Al-Deqen. It runs 2 hours 33 minutes.

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A Man in Our House (1961) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 33m (153 min)
Director
Henry Barakat
Genres
Romance , History , Drama
Original language
Arabic
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Man in Our House About?

The premise of A Man in Our House without spoilers.

Rebel Ibrahim Hamdy assassinates a pro‑colonial Prime Minister, is arrested and hides with university student Samia, who eventually shelters him. He tries to force her marriage, which she rejects. Their sister Nawal helps his escape. The political police pursue them, but Ibrahim refuses exile and returns to fight colonialism, joining an operation.

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Cast & crew

A Man in Our House Cast & Characters

Omar Sharif leads the cast as إبراهيم حمدي, with Hussain Ismael as لاعب طاولة بالمقهى and Tawfiq Al-Deqen as محمود الدباغ. Directed by Henry Barakat; 27 actors are credited in all.

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More from Henry Barakat

More films directed by Henry Barakat: The Night Of Fatima’s Arrest, Sargeant Shabrawi, Hassan Beh El Ghalban and Shaaban Below Zero.

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A Man in Our House Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Fi baytina rajul” and “Fi baitina rajul”.

Also known as
  • Fi baytina rajul
  • Fi baitina rajul
  • Um Estranho em Minha Casa
  • Мужчина в нашем доме

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A Man in Our House FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of A Man in Our House, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Man in Our House?

A Man in Our House runs 2 hours 33 minutes (153 minutes).

When was A Man in Our House released?

A Man in Our House was released on April 17, 1961.

Who directed A Man in Our House?

A Man in Our House was directed by Henry Barakat.

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Who is in the cast of A Man in Our House?

A Man in Our House stars Omar Sharif as إبراهيم حمدي, Hussain Ismael as لاعب طاولة بالمقهى and Tawfiq Al-Deqen as محمود الدباغ, among 27 credited actors.

Does A Man in Our House have a post-credit scene?

No. A Man in Our House has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is A Man in Our House in?

The original language of A Man in Our House is Arabic.

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