The Rise of the Houthis(2015)
The Rise of the Houthis Synopsis
A gripping doc by a brave female journalist operating in a harsh testosterone riddled region. In Yemen, the Houthis have seized control but still face formidable opposition from groups linked to Al Qa'ida and Islamic State. The reporter fearlessly crosses the front-lines seeking to understand this complex proxy conflict. The doc reveals Yemen's remarkable turn around, from Saudi backed Sunni rule, to Iran supported Shia dominance.
The Rise of the Houthis (2015) is a documentary film directed by Safa Al Ahmad, released on March 18, 2015 with a runtime of 44m. It stars Safa Al Ahmad.
- Director:
- Safa Al Ahmad
- Production:
- BBC
- Status:
- Released
The Rise of the Houthis Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Safa Al Ahmad.
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The Rise of the Houthis – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Rise of the Houthis online?
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The Rise of the Houthis (2015) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in The Rise of the Houthis?
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The main cast of The Rise of the Houthis (2015) includes Safa Al Ahmad. The film was directed by Safa Al Ahmad. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Rise of the Houthis released?
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The Rise of the Houthis was released on March 18, 2015 and runs for 44m.