Palestine 36 (2025): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2025, Palestine 36 is a drama, history and war film directed by Annemarie Jacir, running about 120 minutes.

What it’s about. Year 1936. As villages across Palestine rise against British colonial rule, Yusuf drifts between his rural home and the restless energy of Jerusalem, longing for a future beyond the growing unrest. But history is relentless. With rising numbers of Jewish immigrants escaping antisemitism in Europe and some arriving with nefarious Zionist-colonial ambitions, and the Palestinian population uniting in the largest and longest uprising against Britain’s 30-year dominion, all sides spiral towards inevitable collision in a decisive moment for the British Empire and the future of the entire region.

Who’s in it. Palestine 36 stars Karim Daoud Anaya as Yusuf, Hiam Abbass as Hanan, Robert Aramayo as Captain Wingate and Yasmine Al Massri as Khouloud, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Palestine 36 has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Palestine 36 page.

If you liked it. Fans of Palestine 36 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.