Aya (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.6

Released in 2012, Aya is a drama and music film directed by Mihal Brezis, running about 40 minutes.
What it’s about. When Thomas Overby mistakenly believes Aya is his assigned driver, she spontaneously decides to go along with the charade and drives him to Jerusalem. A stiff and guarded pianist, Overby is intrigued by the impulsive though melancholy Aya. As they slowly begin to connect, the film takes us on a journey we hope will never end.
Who’s in it. Aya stars Sarah Adler as Aya and Ulrich Thomsen as Mr. Overby.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Aya has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Aya page.
If you liked it. Fans of Aya tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Aya (2012)?
- In US, Aya is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Aya worth watching?
- Aya holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Aya?
- Aya stars Sarah Adler and Ulrich Thomsen.
- When was Aya released?
- Aya was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 40 minutes.
