Meanwhile, back in Azad, the corrupt and power-hungry General Hafez takes control of the government, and things take a turn for the worse. The people of Azad are oppressed, and their economy suffers.

The film opens with Admiral General Aladeen (Sacha Baron Cohen) as a wealthy and powerful leader who rules Azad with an iron fist. He is a self-proclaimed "King of Kings, the greatest of the greats, the one and only." Aladeen's extravagant lifestyle is filled with gold-plated everything, beautiful women, and a penchant for fast cars.

The film was also a commercial success, grossing over $60 million at the box office worldwide. While not a massive blockbuster, The Dictator found a dedicated audience and established itself as a cult classic.

The supporting cast, including Walid Afkir, Anna Kooijmans, and Michael Shannon, add to the film's comedic moments and provide a degree of authenticity to the story.