Hemlock (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2000, Hemlock is a drama film directed by Behruz Afkhami, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. When his business partner is hurt in a car accident, happily married Mahmoud (Fariborz Arabnia) must travel to Tehran, where he falls for the beautiful Sima (Hedye Tehrani). The two agree to a "temporary marriage," but problems arise when Sima doesn't want the arrangement to end. Sima's reluctance to play her expected role in this common Islamic practice soon turns to obsession in this smash hit from Iran.
Who’s in it. Hemlock stars Hedie Tehrani as Sima Riahi, Fariborz Arabnia as Mahmood Basirat, Rozita Ghaffari as Taraneh (Mahmood's wife) and Mohammad Saleh Ala, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Hemlock has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hemlock page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hemlock tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hemlock (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hemlock change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hemlock worth watching?
- Hemlock holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hemlock?
- Hemlock stars Hedie Tehrani, Fariborz Arabnia, Rozita Ghaffari, Mohammad Saleh Ala and Akbar Moazezi.
- When was Hemlock released?
- Hemlock was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.