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19892h 10m6.0(6)

The Lead

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1989-02-01
2h 10m
FA
Released

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Tehran, 1948. A young Jewish couple, Danial and his wife Munes, decide to immigrate to the recently founded state of Israel. But their application is rejected on the ground of the documents against Danial's uncle, Yaghub, how is suspected of betrayal. A Zionist agent, named Yezghel, finds out Yaghub's home and stabs him. One of Yaghub's neighbours who witnesses the crime is blamed for murder. Fearing for their lives, Munes and Danial escape to the north of Iran in order to leave the country. The Neighbour's brother, Nuri, a journalist, sets off on their heels to bring them to the court to give testimony on his brother's innocence.

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Stream The Lead online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular action, history, and thriller movie originally produced in FA and released in 1989, it's earned a solid 6.0/10 from 6 viewers worldwide.

About The Lead

Tehran, 1948. A young Jewish couple, Danial and his wife Munes, decide to immigrate to the recently founded state of Israel. But their application is rejected on the ground of the documents against Danial's uncle, Yaghub, how is suspected of betrayal. A Zionist agent, named Yezghel, finds out Yaghub's home and stabs him. One of Yaghub's neighbours who witnesses the crime is blamed for murder. Fearing for their lives, Munes and Danial escape to the north of Iran in order to leave the country. The Neighbour's brother, Nuri, a journalist, sets off on their heels to bring them to the court to give testimony on his brother's innocence. Running 130 minutes.

The Lead Cast and Characters

The cast features Hadi Eslami (as Nuri), Amin Tarokh (as Danial), Farimah Farjami (as Munes), Fathali Oveisi (as Yezghel), and Jalal Moghadam (as Dentist). Their performances are a major reason The Lead has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Lead

The Lead flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is action sequences that don't feel cheap and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy FA storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch The Lead online for free?

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How long is The Lead?

The Lead runs for 130 minutes (about 2.2 hours).

Is The Lead good? What's the rating?

The Lead holds a 6.0/10 rating based on 6 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of The Lead?

The main cast includes Hadi Eslami, Amin Tarokh, Farimah Farjami, and Fathali Oveisi, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Lead available in FA?

Yes — The Lead was originally produced in FA and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was The Lead released?

The Lead was released in 1989.

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What is The Lead about?

The Lead is a Action/History film. Tehran, 1948. A young Jewish couple, Danial and his wife Munes, decide to immigrate to the recently founded state of Israel. But their application is rejected on the ground of the documents against Danial's uncle, Yaghub, how is suspected of betrayal. A Zionist agent, named Yezghel, finds out Yaghub's home and stabs him. One of Yaghub's neighbours who witnesses the crime is blamed for murder. Fearing for their lives, Munes and Danial escape to the north of Iran in order to leave the country. The Neighbour's brother, Nuri, a journalist, sets off on their heels to bring them to the court to give testimony on his brother's innocence.

When was The Lead released?

The Lead was released on February 1, 1989. It has a runtime of 2h 10m.

Who stars in The Lead?

The Lead stars Hadi Eslami, Amin Tarokh, Farimah Farjami and Fathali Oveisi. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Lead available in HD?

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