Foreign Body (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2016, Foreign Body is a drama film directed by Raja Amari, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In the turbulent aftermath of the Tunisian revolution, young Samia flees her homeland. She braves hostile seas in the crossing to France, but once there she finds that her struggles have only just begun. With no friends, no family, and — most crucially — no immigration papers, Samia has to figure out how to make a life and a living in a foreign land. She meets a young man, Imed, and soon finds work in the employ of the elegant Leila. But her presence in Leila's middle-class household triggers a shift in its dynamics, and soon Samia is enmeshed in a web of sexual tension.
Who’s in it. Foreign Body stars Hiam Abbass as Madame Bertaud, Sarra Hannachi as Samia, Majd Mastoura as The young volunteer and Salim Kechiouche as Imed, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Foreign Body has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Foreign Body page.
If you liked it. Fans of Foreign Body tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Foreign Body (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Foreign Body change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Foreign Body worth watching?
- Foreign Body holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Foreign Body?
- Foreign Body stars Hiam Abbass, Sarra Hannachi, Majd Mastoura, Salim Kechiouche and Marc Brunet.
- When was Foreign Body released?
- Foreign Body was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.