Lift Like a Girl (2020): cast, story & where to watch

2020 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 2020, Lift Like a Girl is a documentary film directed by Mayye Zayed, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. An intimate journey into the inner life of an aspiring athlete and the female weightlifting community of Alexandria. For 4 years, Zebiba goes through victories and defeats, including major losses that shape her, as she finds her way from dust to gold.

Who’s in it. Lift Like a Girl stars Captain Ramadan as himself, Nahla Ramadan as herself and Asmaa "Zebiba" Ramadan as herself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Lift Like a Girl has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on IndieFlix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lift Like a Girl page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lift Like a Girl 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 Lift Like a Girl (2020)?
In US, Lift Like a Girl is available to stream on IndieFlix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Lift Like a Girl worth watching?
Lift Like a Girl holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Lift Like a Girl?
Lift Like a Girl stars Captain Ramadan, Nahla Ramadan and Asmaa "Zebiba" Ramadan.
When was Lift Like a Girl released?
Lift Like a Girl was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.