Black Medusa (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2021, Black Medusa is a thriller and drama film directed by Youssef Chebbi, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Nada is a young woman leading a double life. During the daytime she’s quiet and reserved, but after dark she dives into the nightlife of Tunis and picks up men. First, she lets them tell their stories – as she doesn’t speak, she acts as a kind of confidante – then beats the hell out of them. When a new colleague, Noura, arrives at her workplace and Nada finds a mythical knife at the home of one of her victims, events are unleashed over which Nada has less and less control.
Who’s in it. Black Medusa stars Nour Hajri as Nada, Aymen Ben Hmida as Tall Young Man, Rym Hayouni as Noura and Aymen Mejri as Skinny Young Man, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Black Medusa has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Medusa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Medusa tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Medusa (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Medusa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Medusa worth watching?
- Black Medusa holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Medusa?
- Black Medusa stars Nour Hajri, Aymen Ben Hmida, Rym Hayouni, Aymen Mejri and Sarah Alina Grosz.
- When was Black Medusa released?
- Black Medusa was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.