Heliopolis (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2021, Heliopolis is a drama and history film directed by Djaffar Gacem, running about 116 minutes. “A Story Inspired by Real Events” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the city of Guelma, which was once called Heliopolis in ancient times, the daily life of an Algerian family takes its usual course. But on May 8, 1945, the day the end of World War II was announced, demonstrations by the Algerian people against the French colonial power and for the country's independence took place, which were bloodily suppressed by the French army and French settler militias. The event went down in history as the Sétif and Guelma massacre.
Who’s in it. Heliopolis stars Souhila Mallem, Mehdi Ramdani, Cesar Duminil and Mourad Oudjit, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Heliopolis sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heliopolis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heliopolis tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heliopolis (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heliopolis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Heliopolis worth watching?
- Heliopolis holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Heliopolis?
- Heliopolis stars Souhila Mallem, Mehdi Ramdani, Cesar Duminil, Mourad Oudjit and Jacques Serres.
- When was Heliopolis released?
- Heliopolis was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.