Abel
Әбіл
Synopsis
The year is 1993. The time of the collapse of the Soviet Union, when collective farms and state farms are disbanded, and property is subject to division and privatization. In a collective farm in Southern Kazakhstan, no one has faith that the property will be divided fairly: the leaders have long exceeded their official powers and divided the sheep among themselves. The hero of the picture would also like to receive his share in the division. As a result, after going through many difficulties, he will face a serious moral choice...
Top Cast
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Abel
Nurzhan Beksultanova
Shynar
Kaisar Deputat
Mentay
Inzhu Abdibek
Mayra
Nurtas Bakyt
Kokish
Miras Burkitzhan
Omysh
Alikhan Lepesbaev
Taken
Mereke Suleimenov
Bakha
Azat Nurtay
Azat
Ulan Nusipali
Bolat
Meiram Kaisanov
Livestock Specialist
Yernar Tilenshiyev
Farm Manager
Olzhas Muslimov
Bolat’s Driver
Yerbol Shukirov
Nurbek (Veterinarian)
Kairat Kemalov
Ayup
Gaziz Surapbayev
Kasen
Makhabbat Sarkytpayeva
Ayup’s Wife
Tolebek Turalykov
Kali
Release History & Theatrical Window
Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF)
Festival / Special Debut
May 5, 2026
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elzat Eskendir
- Screenplay & Story
- Elzat Eskendir, Yerlan Toleutay
- Original Score
- Akmaral Mergen
- Original Title
- Әбіл
- Country of Origin
- Kazakhstan
- Spoken Languages
- Kazakh
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Ministry of Culture and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kazakh Cinema, Asian Project Market, Tanaris Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elzat Eskendir
Elzat Eskendir, Yerlan Toleutay, Anna Vilgelmi
Akmaral Mergen
Jolanta Dylewska
Sergej Azimov, Serik Abishev, Erlan Bekkhozhin, Svetlana Nam, Talgat Zhumasultanov
Department Leadership Roster
Elzat Eskendir
Director
Sergej Azimov
Producer
Elzat Eskendir
Screenplay
Yerlan Toleutay
Screenplay
Serik Abishev
Producer
Erlan Bekkhozhin
Producer
Jolanta Dylewska
Director of Photography
Akmaral Mergen
Original Music Composer
Sergey Kopylov
Production Design
Salauat Kabdoldanov
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Abel.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Abel
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Abel about?
The year is 1993. The time of the collapse of the Soviet Union, when collective farms and state farms are disbanded, and property is subject to division and privatization. In a collective farm in Southern Kazakhstan, no one has faith that the property will be divided fairly: the leaders have long exceeded their official powers and divided the sheep among themselves. The hero of the picture would also like to receive his share in the division. As a result, after going through many difficulties, he will face a serious moral choice...
Who directed Abel?
Abel was directed by Elzat Eskendir.
Who stars in Abel?
The principal cast of Abel includes Yerlan Toleutay, Nurzhan Beksultanova, Kaisar Deputat, Inzhu Abdibek, Nurtas Bakyt.
When was Abel released and how long is it?
Abel was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Abel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Abel was composed by Akmaral Mergen.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Abel?
Abel holds official age classifications: FR: TP.