The Repentant (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2013, The Repentant is a drama film directed by Merzak Allouache, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Algeria region of the high flatlands. As Islamist groups continue to spread terror, Rashid, a young Jihadist, leaves the mountains to return to his village. In keeping with the law « of pardon and national harmony », he has to surrender to the police and give up his weapon. He thus receives amnesty and becomes a « repenti ». But the law cannot erase his crimes and for Rachid it's the beginning of a one-way journey of violence, secrets and manipulation.
Who’s in it. The Repentant stars Nabil Asli as Rachid, Adila Bendimered as Djamila, Khaled Benaissa as Lakhdar and Rokia Abdelali.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Repentant 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 The Repentant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Repentant tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Repentant (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Repentant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Repentant worth watching?
- The Repentant holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Repentant?
- The Repentant stars Nabil Asli, Adila Bendimered, Khaled Benaissa and Rokia Abdelali.
- When was The Repentant released?
- The Repentant was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.