Don't Call Me Mama (2025): cast, story & where to watch

2025 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2025, Don't Call Me Mama is a drama and romance film directed by Nina Knag, running about 108 minutes.

What it’s about. Eva is a popular teacher who is married to the local mayor. Although he has betrayed her trust, she still plans to support his election campaign, and so she starts to volunteer at a local refugee center. Here, she grows close to eighteen-year-old refugee Amir, who charms her with his poetic talents. But the closer they get, the less control she has over the situation.

Who’s in it. Don't Call Me Mama stars Pia Tjelta as Eva, Tarek Zayat as Amir, Kristoffer Joner as Jostein and Kathrine Thorborg Johansen as Ingeborg, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Don't Call Me Mama has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Don't Call Me Mama page.

If you liked it. Fans of Don't Call Me Mama tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Don't Call Me Mama (2025)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Don't Call Me Mama change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Don't Call Me Mama worth watching?
Don't Call Me Mama holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Don't Call Me Mama?
Don't Call Me Mama stars Pia Tjelta, Tarek Zayat, Kristoffer Joner, Kathrine Thorborg Johansen and Ragnhild Gudbrandsen.
When was Don't Call Me Mama released?
Don't Call Me Mama was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.