The Idol
يا طير الطاير
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About
Mohammed Assaf, an aspiring musician living in Gaza, sets a seemingly impossible goal: to compete on the program "Arab Idol."
Cast
Tawfeek Barhom
as Mohammed Assaf
Qais Attaallah
as Mohammed Assaf (younger)
Hiba Attalah
as Nour
Ahmad Qasem
as Young Ahmad
Abdel Kareem Barakeh
as Young Omar
Teya Hussein
as Young Amal
Dima Awawdeh
as Amal
Ahmed Al Rokh
as Omar
Saber Shreim
as Ahmad
Amer Hlehel
as Kamal
Manal Awad
as Mohammed's Mother
Walid Abed Elsalam
as Mohammed's Father
Eyad Hourani
as Ali
Ashraf Barhom
as Smuggler
Nadine Labaki
as Shadia
Maisa Abd Elhadi
as HIBA
Ali Jaber
as
Sandy Habashneh
as
Rami Yasin
as Beirut Doctor
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About The Idol
Mohammed Assaf, an aspiring musician living in Gaza, sets a seemingly impossible goal: to compete on the program "Arab Idol." Running 100 minutes.
The Idol Cast and Characters
The cast features Tawfeek Barhom (as Mohammed Assaf), Qais Attaallah (as Mohammed Assaf (younger)), Hiba Attalah (as Nour), Ahmad Qasem (as Young Ahmad), and Abdel Kareem Barakeh (as Young Omar). Their performances are a major reason The Idol has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch The Idol Online
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▶ Watch The Idol NowWhy People Are Watching The Idol
The Idol flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy Arabic storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Idol
Where can I watch The Idol online for free?
You can watch The Idol online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is The Idol?
The Idol runs for 100 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is The Idol good? What's the rating?
The Idol holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 74 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Idol?
The main cast includes Tawfeek Barhom, Qais Attaallah, Hiba Attalah, and Ahmad Qasem, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Idol available in Arabic?
Yes — The Idol was originally produced in Arabic and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Idol released?
The Idol was released in 2016.
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Where can I watch The Idol for free?
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What is The Idol about?
The Idol is a Comedy/Drama film. Mohammed Assaf, an aspiring musician living in Gaza, sets a seemingly impossible goal: to compete on the program "Arab Idol."
When was The Idol released?
The Idol was released on January 21, 2016. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. The film was produced by Mezza Terra Media.
Who stars in The Idol?
The Idol stars Tawfeek Barhom, Qais Attaallah, Hiba Attalah and Ahmad Qasem. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Idol available in HD?
Yes, The Idol is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.