The Recess (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 9.5
Released in 2020, The Recess is a drama film directed by Navid Nikkhah Azad, running about 12 minutes. “Inspired by the tragic death of Sahar Khodayari known as Blue Girl in Iran.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sahar a 17 year old student is determined to skip high school during the recess to attend the football stadium to watch the football match between Esteghlal F.C. vs. Al-Ain as part of AFC Champions League against the national ban on women to enter football stadiums in Iran.
Who’s in it. The Recess stars Mojan Kordi as Sahar, Reyhaneh Nabiyan as Tahoora, Niloofar Shokouhinia as Aida and Ghazal Khalili as Sara.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.5/10, The Recess 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 The Recess page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Recess tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Recess (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Recess change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Recess worth watching?
- The Recess holds an audience score of 9.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Recess?
- The Recess stars Mojan Kordi, Reyhaneh Nabiyan, Niloofar Shokouhinia and Ghazal Khalili.
- When was The Recess released?
- The Recess was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.