To Azadi (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film

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Released in 2001, To Azadi is a drama and family film directed by Mohammadali Talebi, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. A number of inmates from a reformatory school are scheduled for release. As a condition for their discharge, it is specified that the younger boys should live either with their families or in government supervision centers. On the appointed date, however, Mohsen Ghaderi's parents do not show up to take their son. Another boy, meanwhile, Sohrab, an orphan, is not accepted in the government supervision centers. The film depicts the real lives of these two young boys among other inmates of the reformatory school. The past, the present and whatever is destined to happen in the future are what this film is all about. The causes of crime, the roles the family and society play, and the efforts to re-educate juvenile delinquents at reformatory school are of particular interest in the film.

Who’s in it. To Azadi stars Abdolreza Akbari, Ali Bokaeian, Ehsan Ghasemi as Mohsen Ghaderi and Assyeh Kalani, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch To Azadi page.

If you liked it. Fans of To Azadi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch To Azadi (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for To Azadi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in To Azadi?
To Azadi stars Abdolreza Akbari, Ali Bokaeian, Ehsan Ghasemi, Assyeh Kalani and Siavash Lashkari.
When was To Azadi released?
To Azadi was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.