The Play (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 6.6

Released in 2005, The Play is a documentary film directed by Pelin Esmer, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. When nine peasant women from a mountain village in southern Turkey decide to write and perform a play based on their life stories, aspects of their personalities emerge that they never knew existed. Esmer's documentary observes the creative stages leading up to the production of the play, and shows us how nine subtly but significantly different women emerge after its staging.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Play 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 Play page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Play 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 The Play (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Play change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Play worth watching?
- The Play holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Play released?
- The Play was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.
