Chouf (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2016, Chouf is a drama film directed by Karim Dridi, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Chouf: It means “look” in Arabic, but it is also the name of the watchmen in the drug cartels of Marseille. Sofiane is 20. A brilliant student, he comes back to spend his holiday in the Marseille ghetto where he was born. His brother, a dealer, gets shot before his eyes. Sofiane gives up on his studies and gets involved in the drug network, ready to avenge him. He quickly rises to the top and becomes the boss’s right hand. Trapped by the system, Sofiane is dragged into a spiral of violence…
Who’s in it. Chouf stars Sofian Khammes as Sofiane, Foued Nabba as Reda, Nailia Harzoune as Najette and Zine Darar as Marteau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Chouf has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chouf page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chouf tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chouf (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chouf change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chouf worth watching?
- Chouf holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chouf?
- Chouf stars Sofian Khammes, Foued Nabba, Nailia Harzoune, Zine Darar and Foziwa Mohamed.
- When was Chouf released?
- Chouf was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.