Yeelen
1987, Bambara. Directed by Souleymane Cissé.
A young man with magical powers journeys to his uncle to request help in fighting his sorcerer father.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Bambara
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Yeelen isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Souleymane CisséDirector
- Issiaka KaneNiankoro, the Son
- Balla Moussa KeitaRouma Boll, the Fulani King
- Aoua SangareAttou, the Young Fulani Woman
- Ismaila SarrBofing, the Uncle
- Niamanto SanogoSoma / Djigui
- Soumba TraoreMah, the Mother
- Koke SangareThe Chief of Komo
- Youssouf Tenin CisséAttou's Little Boy
- Sidi DialloCast
- Bremira DumblaCast
- Seyba M'BayeCast
- Djemori TraoréCast
Details
- Released
- 1 July 1987
- Country
- Burkina Faso, France, Germany, Japan, Mali
- Written by
- Souleymane Cissé
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What Yeelen is based on
Yeelen is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.
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Yeelen: quick answers
Is Yeelen worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Yeelen?
Yeelen runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Yeelen have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Yeelen. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Yeelen parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Yeelen is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Yeelen on?
Yeelen isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Yeelen?
If you liked Yeelen, try Northfork, The Canterville Ghost, Where the Wild Things Are.
Who directed Yeelen?
Yeelen (1987) was directed by Souleymane Cissé and stars Issiaka Kane, Balla Moussa Keita, Aoua Sangare.
What is Yeelen based on?
Yeelen is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.