Feature

Afghan Star (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 6.6

Afghan Star poster

Released in 2009, Afghan Star is a notable film directed by Havana Marking.

What it’s about. This documentary on the effect the talent competition "Afghan Star" has on the incredibly diverse inhabitants of Afghanistan affords a glimpse into a country rarely seen. Contestants risk their lives to appear on the television show that is a raging success with the public and also monitored closely by the government.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Afghan Star has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on GuideDoc and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Afghan Star page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Afghan Star (2009)?
In US, Afghan Star is available to stream on GuideDoc, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Afghan Star worth watching?
Afghan Star holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Afghan Star released?
Afghan Star was released in 2009.