Iznogoud is the Grand Vizier a.k.a. second in command Sultan of Baghdad Haroun El Plassid (a pun on the historical Caliph, Harun al-Rashid) and his sole aim in life is to overthrow the Sultan and take his place. Iznogoud is always assisted in his plans by his faithful henchman, Wa'at Alahf. But he's ultimately unsuccessful, and his plans always fall apart in a hilarious way, usually backfireing at him, while the Sultan goes unharmed.
The life story of the fourth Imam of Islam, Ahmad ibn Hanbal.
Destiny is a 1921 silent film that tells the story of a young woman who, with the help of a magician and a celestial figure, attempts to save her fiancé from Death. As she faces impossible tasks and journeys through otherworldly realms, she learns about the power of love and self-sacrifice. The film is known for its expressionistic style and exploration of themes of fate and the afterlife.
In the ancient city of Baghdad, a cunning thief named Ahmed embarks on a dangerous adventure to win the heart of the beautiful Princess. With the help of a magical flying carpet, Ahmed must outwit rivals and face numerous challenges, including a giant lizard and a treacherous suitor. Along the way, he discovers the power of love and the importance of personal integrity.
In ancient Bagdad, Ali Baba discovers a secret cave filled with treasures. With the help of his gang of thieves, Ali Baba must outsmart the tyrant ruler and protect the wealth from falling into the wrong hands.
Shahrazad travels through desert searching for the man she loves and who she believes she has lost forever. She arrives at a castle, the home of a prince who kills anyone who dares enter. She convinces the prince to grant her one night to tell him a story, their story, a story that lasts one thousand and one nights...
In the ancient city of Baghdad, a beggar impersonates a prince to win the heart of a beautiful princess, while facing various obstacles and adventures along the way.
In Arabian Adventure, a young boy named Majeed travels through the Arabian desert with his friends, encountering evil magicians, flying carpets, and a quest to save his prince. Along the way, they come across a magical flower, a mechanical dragon, and an evil genie in their battle against an evil sorcerer. With sword-fighting and sorcery, they embark on an adventure filled with danger and excitement.
When a wicked sorcerer kidnaps a princess, Sinbad sets off on a perilous journey to an exotic island filled with mythical creatures and treacherous obstacles.
While hiding from the royal authorities, Giacomo Casanova, the famous romancer, encounters his look-alike: Giacomino, a fugitive petty con man. Meanwhile, the Arabian Caliph and his wife are arriving in Venice for a state visit, and she insists on a night with the legendary lover. Through a series of erotic encounters and mistaken-identity comedies, Giacomo and Giacomino make their way back to Venice for their appointment with the Caliph's wife.
In 'The Brass Bottle', a young architect discovers a magic brass bottle that contains a genie. He tries to use the genie's powers to improve his life, but chaos ensues as the genie's magic causes unexpected problems. The architect must find a way to control the genie and undo the damage before it's too late.
A desert guerilla, with flashing scimitar, opposes a tyrannical prince and marries the caliph's daughter.
Sinbad embarks on a dangerous journey with his friends to find the magical Eye of the Tiger in order to save a princess from being turned into a baboon by an evil sorceress. Along the way, they encounter various monsters and face many challenges, including a confrontation with a minotaur.
Arabian Nights (1942) tells the story of a courageous adventurer who must rescue a damsel in distress and unravel the treacheries of the caliph's court in order to save the kingdom. With breathtaking action scenes, heartwarming romance, and unexpected twists, this movie will keep you on the edge of your seat.
In ancient Persia, a young thief named Kashma Baba discovers that he is the son of the legendary Ali Baba. He joins forces with the prince of Persia to reclaim his throne from an evil caliph. Along the way, they encounter redheaded women, stolen pearls, jewels, and a slave girl. They navigate through treacherous sand dunes, face Arabian knights, and outsmart their enemies using chess and gold coins. Will Kashma Baba fulfill his destiny and restore peace to the kingdom?
Filmed in Cordoba, Granada, Seville, and Toledo, this documentary retraces the 800-year period in medieval Spain when Muslims, Christians, and Jews forged a common cultural identity that frequently transcended their religious differences, revealing what made this rare and fruitful collaboration possible, and what ultimately tore it apart.
With the aid of a magic carpet, the true heir to an Arabian caliphate leads an uprising against the pretender oppressing his people.
In the enchanting city of Baghdad, a father and daughter are caught up in a web of treachery and deception. As they navigate the dangerous streets, they encounter magical beings and face thrilling challenges in their quest for truth and justice.
Waxworks is a horror anthology film set in a wax museum, where a writer is guided through different scenarios by a mysterious wax figure. Each scenario is a tale of horror and fantasy, exploring themes of insanity, murder, and magic. The film features iconic characters such as Jack the Ripper and Ivan the Terrible.
Iznogoud is a movie about a scheming advisor to the sultan who constantly tries to seize power for himself. He comes up with various plots and plans, often involving magical artifacts, to try and become the new caliph.