Imam Ali 1997
What is Imam Ali?
Imam Ali is a television series first released in 1997. Catalogued under Drama, Documentary.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 22
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Aug 2, 1997
- Networks
- IRIB TV1
- Genres
- Drama, Documentary
- Updated
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Imam Ali is a television series first released in 1997. Catalogued under Drama, Documentary. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A sweeping dramatization of Ali ibn Abi Talib’s life from early years to his martyrdom.”
- Rich historical portrayal
- Strong direction by Davood Mirbagheri
- Available with English subtitles
- The series reflects production standards of the early 1990s
Watch it if you’re interested in a dramatized account of early Islamic history.
The series contains serious historical and religious themes, suitable for mature audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Aug 2, 1997
- E2 Episode 2 Aug 9, 1997
- E3 Episode 3 Aug 16, 1997
- E4 Episode 4 Aug 23, 1997
- E5 Episode 5 Aug 30, 1997
- E6 Episode 6 Sep 6, 1997
- E7 Episode 7 Sep 13, 1997
- E8 Episode 8 Sep 20, 1997
- E9 Episode 9 Sep 27, 1997
- E10 Episode 10 Oct 4, 1997
- E11 Episode 11 Oct 11, 1997
- E12 Episode 12 Oct 18, 1997
- E13 Episode 13 Oct 25, 1997
- E14 Episode 14 Nov 1, 1997
- E15 Episode 15 Nov 8, 1997
- E16 Episode 16 Nov 15, 1997
- E17 Episode 17 Nov 22, 1997
- E18 Episode 18 Nov 29, 1997
- E19 Episode 19 Dec 6, 1997
- E20 Episode 20 Dec 13, 1997
- E21 Episode 21 Dec 20, 1997
- E22 Episode 22 Jan 3, 1998
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main figure of the series?
The series centers on Ali ibn Abi Talib, the cousin and son‑in‑law of the Prophet Muhammad.
When was the series first aired?
It was originally broadcast in 1992.
How many episodes does the series have?
The series consists of 22 episodes.
Are there subtitle or dubbed versions?
Yes, editions with English subtitles and an Urdu dub have been released.
What time span of Ali’s life does the series cover?
It covers events from before his caliphate up to his assassination in Kufa, Iraq.