Where to Watch Shiraz (1928) in the US

What it's about

A historical romance set in the Mughal Empire. Selima (Enakshi) is a princess-foundling raised by a potter and loved by her brother, Shiraz (Rai). She is abducted and sold as a slave to Prince Khurram, later Emperor Shah Jehan (Roy), who falls for her, to the chagrin of the wily Dalia (Seeta Devi). When Selima is caught with Shiraz, the young man is condemned to be trampled to death by an elephant. A pendant reveals Selima's royal status and she saves her brother, marries the prince and becomes Empress Mumtaz Mahal while Dalia is banned for her machinations against Selima. When Selima dies (1629), the emperor builds her a monument to the design of the now old and blind Shiraz, the Taj Mahal. The film contains a number of passionate kissing scenes.

Cast and crew

Director

Franz Osten

Writer

William A. Burton, Niranjan Pal

Starring

Himanshu Rai, Charu Roy, Seeta Devi Jr.

Details

Release date

Jan 3, 1929

Language

None

Country

India, United Kingdom, Germany

Where to Watch Shiraz (1928) in the US — common questions

Where to watch Shiraz in the United States?

Shiraz is available with a subscription in the United States. Watch the movie with a subscription on BFI Player Amazon Channel (HD).

Can I stream Shiraz or do I have to rent it in the United States?

Watch the movie with a subscription on BFI Player Amazon Channel (HD).

Can I watch Shiraz for free in the United States?

We have not confirmed a free option for Shiraz in the United States.