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The Mischievous Boy (1978): Cast & Plot

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The Mischievous Boy is a 1978 comedy drama directed by Damir Salimov, starring Khamza Umarov, Abduraim Abduvahobov and Ergash Karimov. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes.

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The Mischievous Boy (1978) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Damir Salimov
Genres
Comedy , Adventure , Drama
Original language
Uzbek
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Mischievous Boy About?

The premise of The Mischievous Boy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Based on Gafur Gulyam’s eponymous tale, the film follows a spirited young boy whose restless nature propels him into a series of adventures. His mischievous energy brings him into contact with a variety of characters and life situations, offering a vivid portrait of childhood curiosity and the challenges it sparks.

The Mischievous Boy Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Mischievous Boy Cast

Khamza Umarov leads the cast, with Abduraim Abduvahobov and Ergash Karimov. Directed by Damir Salimov; 5 actors are credited in all.

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Plot

The Mischievous Boy Plot Summary

What happens in The Mischievous Boy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the summer of 1916, in Tashkent, a young boy named Qoravoy lives with his widowed mother and his sisters. His childhood is marked by innocent mischief, but one day he’s caught in the act of sneaking eggs and lard to organize a communal meal for pilaf, a traditional dish. After being reprimanded for his mischievous behavior, he hides from his family in an abandoned house, only to encounter a gang led by the notorious thief [Sultan], a character played by Khamza Umarov. Sultan scares Qoravoy with a knife, prompting the boy to run away from the city altogether.

Full summary

The whole story of The Mischievous Boy, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Mischievous Boy?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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The Mischievous Boy FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Mischievous Boy, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Mischievous Boy?

The Mischievous Boy runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was The Mischievous Boy released?

The Mischievous Boy was released on July 21, 1978.

Who directed The Mischievous Boy?

The Mischievous Boy was directed by Damir Salimov.

Who is in the cast of The Mischievous Boy?

The Mischievous Boy stars Khamza Umarov, Abduraim Abduvahobov and Ergash Karimov, among 5 credited actors.

Does The Mischievous Boy have a post-credit scene?

No. The Mischievous Boy has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Mischievous Boy in?

The original language of The Mischievous Boy is Uzbek.

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