For Neda (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2010, For Neda is a documentary film directed by Antony Thomas, running about 67 minutes. “For Freedom. For Truth. For Neda.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On June 20, 2009, Neda Agha-Soltan was shot and killed on the streets of Tehran during the turmoil that followed the Iranian presidential contest. Within hours, images of her dying moments, captured on cell phones, appeared on computer screens across the world, focusing the world's attention on mass protests against the rigged elections in Iran. Featuring previously unseen footage of Neda with friend and family, as well as exclusive video of her recorded the day she died, "For Neda" debuts just before the anniversary of her death.
Who’s in it. For Neda stars Shohreh Aghdashloo as Narrator, Neda Agha-Soltan as Self (archive footage) and Houda Echouafni as Arabic narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, For Neda has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch For Neda page.
If you liked it. Fans of For Neda tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch For Neda (2010)?
- In US, For Neda is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is For Neda worth watching?
- For Neda holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in For Neda?
- For Neda stars Shohreh Aghdashloo, Neda Agha-Soltan and Houda Echouafni.
- When was For Neda released?
- For Neda was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.