The President (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2011, The President is a comedy and romance film directed by Erik de Bruyn, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A political comedy about an illegal Moroccan who makes it to President of the Netherlands. As we follow his unlikely rise and self-sought fall, Joes learns that it's easy to win the support of the people, but to rule them is a whole other story.
Who’s in it. The President stars Achmed Akkabi as Joes, Najib Amhali as Hamid, Charlie Dagelet as Mila and Dirk Zeelenberg as Vlonder, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The President has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The President page.
If you liked it. Fans of The President tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The President (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The President change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The President worth watching?
- The President holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The President?
- The President stars Achmed Akkabi, Najib Amhali, Charlie Dagelet, Dirk Zeelenberg and Rosa Reuten.
- When was The President released?
- The President was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.