Cotton Queen
Released in April 2026. Cotton Queen is a drama film. directed by Suzannah Mirghani.
Starring Mihad Murtada, Rabeha Mahmoud, and Talaat Farid
Synopsis
In a cotton-farming village in Sudan, teenage Nafisa is raised on heroic tales of battling British colonizers told by her grandmother, the village matriarch Al-Sit. But when a young businessman arrives from abroad with a new development plan and genetically engineered cotton, Nafisa becomes the center of a power play to determine the future of the village. Awakening to her own strength, Nafisa sets out to save the cotton fields – and herself. Neither she nor her community will ever be the same again.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
- Budget
- $750,000
Production Companies
- Strange Bird
- Maneki Films
- Philistine Films
- Film Clinic
- MAD Solutions
- Jippie Film
- Das kleine Fernsehspiel
- Red Sea Fund
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cotton Queen about?
In a cotton-farming village in Sudan, teenage Nafisa is raised on heroic tales of battling British colonizers told by her grandmother, the village matriarch Al-Sit. But when a young businessman arr...
Who directed Cotton Queen?
Cotton Queen was directed by Suzannah Mirghani.
How long is Cotton Queen?
Cotton Queen has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was Cotton Queen released?
Cotton Queen was released on April 23, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cotton Queen?
The main cast of Cotton Queen includes Mihad Murtada, Rabeha Mahmoud, Talaat Farid, Haram Basher, Mohamed Musa.