Azar (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 2017, Azar is a drama film directed by Mohammad Hamzei, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. A non-traditional wife and mother, Azar (Karimi) is first seen racing her dirt bike over a hilly track while her husband Amir (Azarang) and young daughter cheer her on. Co-equal with her liberal-minded husband in marriage and in their fledgling business venture, a café with a thriving carryout trade, she is forced to meet an unequal challenge in which the strict pecking order of a family dominated by misogynist uncle, a business loan with strings attached, a black sheep son with a hidden agenda, and a tragic accident add up to a scenario in which Azar is targeted as the unwilling sacrificial victim. (Gene Siskel Film Center)
Who’s in it. Azar stars Niki Karimi, Hamidreza Azarang, Farid Sajjadi Hosseini and Leila Zare, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Azar has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $10K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Azar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Azar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Azar (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Azar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Azar worth watching?
- Azar holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Azar?
- Azar stars Niki Karimi, Hamidreza Azarang, Farid Sajjadi Hosseini, Leila Zare and Shirin Aghakashi.
- When was Azar released?
- Azar was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.