JA (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2020, JA is a documentary film directed by Gaëlle Boucand, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Jacob, an elderly man living in a luxurious villa near Geneva called Rosebud, has just changed his name for the third time and become a Swiss citizen. His granddaughter comes to visit to make a portrait of him. As she searches for a way to bring his story to life, Jacob abandons the project…
Who’s in it. JA stars Selim Moundy, Jacob Aron, Gaëlle Boucand and Joanna Grudzinska, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, JA has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Tenk. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch JA page.
If you liked it. Fans of JA tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch JA (2020)?
- In CA, JA is available to rent or buy from Tenk. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is JA worth watching?
- JA holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in JA?
- JA stars Selim Moundy, Jacob Aron, Gaëlle Boucand, Joanna Grudzinska and Paul Cahen.