Arabesque(1966)
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Synopsis
When a plot against a prominent Middle Eastern politician is uncovered, David Pollock, a professor of ancient hieroglyphics at Oxford University, is recruited to help expose the scheme. Pollock must find information believed to be in hieroglyphic code and must also contend with a mysterious man called Beshraavi. Meanwhile, Beshraavi's lover, Yasmin Azir, seems willing to aid Pollock -- but is she really on his side?
Directed by Stanley Donen
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Cast
Gregory Peck
Prof. David Pollock
Sophia Loren
Yasmin Azir
Alan Badel
Nejim Beshraavi
Kieron Moore
Yussef Kasim
Carl Duering
Prime Minister Hassan Jena
John Merivale
Maj. Sylvester Pennington Sloane
Duncan Lamont
Webster
George Coulouris
Ragheeb
Ernest Clark
Beauchamp
Harold Kasket
Mohammed Lufti
Windsor Davies
Policeman
Jimmy Gardner
Helmsley
Larry Taylor
Mustapha
Harry Locke
Zookeeper
Michael Bilton
Microscope Salesman
Jill Goldston
Ascort Racegoer (uncredited)
James Payne
Driving the Kidnap Lorry (uncredited)
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Where can I watch Arabesque?+
Arabesque is available to stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Arabesque come out?+
Arabesque was released in 1966.
How long is Arabesque?+
Arabesque runs for 105 minutes (1 hour and 45 minutes).
Who directed Arabesque?+
Arabesque was directed by Stanley Donen.
Who stars in Arabesque?+
Arabesque stars Gregory Peck, Sophia Loren, Alan Badel, Kieron Moore and Carl Duering.
Is Arabesque worth watching?+
Arabesque holds a 6.3/10 rating from 194 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of thriller, comedy, mystery and action.
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