Tangerine (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 2008, Tangerine is a drama film directed by Irene von Alberti, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Amira, an aspiring young dancer, is cast out of her uncle's home in Tangiers when she refuses to either get married or become a housemaid. She finds refuge in the apartment of some girlfriends who earn their living as prostitutes. Pia and Tom, a young German couple, have come to Morocco seeking musical inspiration. When they meet her in a nightclub, Amira's sensual dancing inspires the thought of a potential love triangle that might help stimulate Pia's stagnant relationship with Tom. Amira, with ulterior motives, embraces the idea of an affair with Tom, hoping this might provide an opportunity to change her fate.
Who’s in it. Tangerine stars Sabrina Ouazani as Amira, Nora Waldstätten as Pia, Naima Bouzid as Neshua and Alexander Scheer as Tom, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Tangerine has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tangerine page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tangerine tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tangerine (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tangerine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tangerine worth watching?
- Tangerine holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tangerine?
- Tangerine stars Sabrina Ouazani, Nora Waldstätten, Naima Bouzid, Alexander Scheer and Nohad Sabri.
- When was Tangerine released?
- Tangerine was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.