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The Greatest Kid in the World (1972): Cast

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The Greatest Kid in the World is a 1972 drama directed by Galal El Sharkawy, starring Rushdy Abaza as د. فتحي, Mervat Amin and Hind Rostom. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.

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The Greatest Kid in the World (1972) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
Arabic
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Greatest Kid in the World About?

The premise of The Greatest Kid in the World without spoilers.

Fathi works as a university doctor at Beirut University, while his wife Samia presents television programs. Their routine is upended when Matilda, the daughter of Fathi’s Swedish friend, arrives to stay with them. Samia becomes envious of Matilda’s striking beauty, and as Matilda starts to flirt with Fathi, he struggles to resist her advances.

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Cast & crew

The Greatest Kid in the World Cast & Characters

Rushdy Abaza leads the cast as د. فتحي, with Mervat Amin as ماتيلدا and Hind Rostom as سامية. Directed by Galal El Sharkawy; 6 actors are credited in all.

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More from Galal El Sharkawy

One more film directed by Galal El Sharkawy: The School of Mischief.

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The Greatest Kid in the World Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Aatham Tefl Fel Alam” and “أعظم طفل فى العالم”.

Also known as
  • Aatham Tefl Fel Alam
  • أعظم طفل فى العالم

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The Greatest Kid in the World FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Greatest Kid in the World, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Greatest Kid in the World?

The Greatest Kid in the World runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was The Greatest Kid in the World released?

The Greatest Kid in the World was released on May 1, 1972.

Who directed The Greatest Kid in the World?

The Greatest Kid in the World was directed by Galal El Sharkawy.

More films by Galal El Sharkawy

Who is in the cast of The Greatest Kid in the World?

The Greatest Kid in the World stars Rushdy Abaza as د. فتحي, Mervat Amin as ماتيلدا and Hind Rostom as سامية, among 6 credited actors.

Does The Greatest Kid in the World have a post-credit scene?

No. The Greatest Kid in the World has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Greatest Kid in the World in?

The original language of The Greatest Kid in the World is Arabic.

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