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Volubilis (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2017, Volubilis is a drama film directed by Faouzi Bensaïdi, running about 107 minutes.

What it’s about. Volubilis is a tale of love in a world of despair, of beauty among the ruins. In the Moroccan city of Meknès, recently married Abdelkader and Malika struggle to make ends meet. They dream of leaving the family house and finally starting a life of their own together. But one day at work, Abdelkader gets mixed up in a violent incident that will turn their lives upside down.

Who’s in it. Volubilis stars Nadia Kounda as Malika, Faouzi Bensaïdi as Si Mohamed, Mouhcine Malzi as Abdelkader and Nezha Rahile as Lalla, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Volubilis 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 Volubilis page.

If you liked it. Fans of Volubilis tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Volubilis (2017)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Volubilis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Volubilis worth watching?
Volubilis holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Volubilis?
Volubilis stars Nadia Kounda, Faouzi Bensaïdi, Mouhcine Malzi, Nezha Rahile and Abdelhadi Talbi.
When was Volubilis released?
Volubilis was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.