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Nasser 56
“The life of Egyptian political leader Gamal Abdel Nasser.”
6.7 / 10• 1996• 2h 6m•NR• Arabic
DramaHistory
Storyline
Nasser 56 is a 1996 Egyptian historical film directed by Mohamed Fadel, starring Ahmed Zaki. The film focuses on the nationalization of the Suez Canal by Egypt's second President, Gamal Abdel Nasser, and the subsequent invasion of Egypt by Israel, the United Kingdom, and France.
Cast & Crew
Ahmed Zaki
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Lead
Ferdoos Abdel Hamid
Taheya (wife of Gamal Abdel Nasser)
Hassan Hosny
Hamed
Amina Rizk
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Adel Hashim
Abdul Latif Al-Baghdadi
Hani Ramzy
Mahmoud
Ahmed Maher
Mahmoud Younis
Shaaban Hussein
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What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Mohamed Fadel's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Nasser 56 is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
