Layla
Synopsis
When Layla, a struggling Arab drag queen, falls in love for the first time, they lose and find themself in a transformative relationship that tests who they really are.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-10-16
Top Cast
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Bilal Hasna
Layla
Louis Greatorex
Max
Safiyya Ingar
Princy
Terique Jarrett
Felix
Darkwah
Lucilla
Sarah Agha
Fatima
Self Esteem
Emily
Emma McDonald
Areej
Ghazi Al Ruffai
Travis
Baby
Cornucopia
Tim Bowie
James
Freddie Thorp
Jonathan
Ali Barouti
Haydar
Rania Kurdi
Mariam - Mama
Adnan Rashed
Yousef - Baba
Buket Komur
Sara
Matthew Jacobs Morgan
Jordan
Huw Morgan
Man in Sauna
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 7 DaysMardi Gras Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 21, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 28, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amrou Al-Kadhi
- Screenplay & Story
- Amrou Al-Kadhi
- Original Score
- CJ Mirra
- Original Title
- Layla
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Film4 Productions, BFI, Significant Productions, Fox Cub Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amrou Al-Kadhi
Amrou Al-Kadhi
CJ Mirra
Craig Dean Devine
Fiona Brands
Farhana Bhula, Nina Yang Bongiovi, Mary Burke, Kristin Irving, Savannah James-Bayly
Department Leadership Roster
Savannah James-Bayly
Producer
Fiona Brands
Editor
Soraya Gilanni Viljoen
Production Design
Cobbie Yates
Costume Design
Amrou Al-Kadhi
Director
Amrou Al-Kadhi
Writer
Craig Dean Devine
Director of Photography
CJ Mirra
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Layla
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Layla about?
When Layla, a struggling Arab drag queen, falls in love for the first time, they lose and find themself in a transformative relationship that tests who they really are.
Who directed Layla?
Layla was directed by Amrou Al-Kadhi.
Who stars in Layla?
The principal cast of Layla includes Bilal Hasna, Louis Greatorex, Safiyya Ingar, Terique Jarrett, Darkwah.
When was Layla released and how long is it?
Layla was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Layla?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Layla was composed by CJ Mirra.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Layla?
Layla holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).