The Palace (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film
Released in 2011, The Palace is a notable film directed by Anthony Maras, running about 17 minutes. “Lefkosia, Cyprus, 1974. Inspired by True Events.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Cyprus 1974. A Cypriot family flees advancing Turkish forces and takes refuge in an abandoned Ottoman-era palace. When a young Turkish Cypriot conscript comes face to face with the family in hiding, he is forced to confront the harsh reality of war and his role in it.
Who’s in it. The Palace stars Erol Afşin as Omer Argun, Kevork Malikyan as Sergeant Karem Akalin, Tamer Arslan as Mehmet Evgin and Daphne Alexander as Stella, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Palace page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Palace (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Palace change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Palace?
- The Palace stars Erol Afşin, Kevork Malikyan, Tamer Arslan, Daphne Alexander and Christopher Greco.
- When was The Palace released?
- The Palace was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.