Plot — What is The Lizard about?
The satirical commentary on clergymen in post-revolutionary Iran. While in prison, petty criminal Reza (Parviz Parastui) comes across a clergyman, sparking a plan for escape. Reza dons his new acquaintance's clerical robes and makes a bid for freedom. He soon learns that being a clergyman brings little respect from the public. Reza travels to the outlying villages, from where he plots to escape the country. However, his plans must be put on hold when the villagers accept him into their community and expect him to perform religious duties. Will Reza's prison break transform him into an unlikely pillar of the community?
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2004 |
| Genre | Action, Comedy |
| Language | FA |
| Runtime | 111 min |
| Audience Score | 75% (7.5/10, 94 votes) |
The Lizard — FAQ
Is The Lizard worth watching? The Lizard holds a 7.5/10 rating from 94 viewers. The satirical commentary on clergymen in post-revolutionary Iran. While in prison, petty criminal Reza (Parviz Parastui) comes across a clergyman, sparking a plan for escape. Reza dons his new acquaintance's clerical rob
Who directed The Lizard? Directed by Kamal Tabrizi.
Who is in the cast of The Lizard? It stars Parviz Parastouei, Bahram Ibrahimi, Shahrokh Foroutanian, Farideh Sepah Mansour, Maede Tahmasbi, Ali Abedini and more.
Where can I stream The Lizard? You can stream The Lizard on Brew. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Lizard release? It released in 2004.
