Arabian Nights (1942)
Popularity3.5/5
12-month trend
12-month trend
Monthly article views
Sep1.2kOct1.1kNov1.1kDec1.1kJan1.3kFeb1.0kMar1.2kApr1.3kMay1.1kJun1.0kJul1.3kAug1.2k
2025-09 to 2026-08
Directors
John Rawlins
Cast
Jon Hall, Maria Montez, Leif Erickson, Sabu, Billy Gilbert, Shemp Howard, John Qualen
The story
In ancient Persia, the young women of a royal harem read the story of Sherazade, unfolding the film's story. Sherazade, a dancer in a wandering circus, captures the attention of Kamar, the brother of the caliph, Haroun al-Rashid. Kamar's infatuation influences his attempts to seize the throne from Haroun and make Sherazade his queen.
Genres
Adventure, action film, adventure film, circus film
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