The Night of Counting the Years (1969)

Egyptian critics consistently list "The Night of Counting the Years" (also known as "The Mummy") as one of the most important Egyptian films, and perhaps the most important one, but it remains largely unknown, both within Egypt and elsewhere, despite winning a number of awards at European film festivals. Set in 1881, on the eve of British colonial rule, it is based on a true story: an Upper Egyptian clan had been robbing a cache of mummies near the village of Qurna, and selling the artifacts on the black market. After a conflict within the clan, one of its members went to the police, helping t

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Night of Counting the Years for free?

You can stream The Night of Counting the Years (1969) free and legally on OldReel, via the Internet Archive.

Is The Night of Counting the Years in the public domain?

Yes — it is in the public domain and can be watched and shared freely.