Ararat (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 2002, Ararat is a drama, war and history film directed by Atom Egoyan, running about 115 minutes.

What it’s about. Interrogated by a customs officer, a young man recounts how his life was changed during the making of a film about the Armenian genocide.

Who’s in it. Ararat stars Simon Abkarian as Arshile Gorky, Charles Aznavour as Edward Saroyan, Christopher Plummer as David and Arsinée Khanjian as Ani, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Ararat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ararat page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ararat (2002)?
In US, Ararat is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Ararat worth watching?
Ararat holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Ararat?
Ararat stars Simon Abkarian, Charles Aznavour, Christopher Plummer, Arsinée Khanjian and David Alpay.
When was Ararat released?
Ararat was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.