The Town That Drove Away (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 2025, The Town That Drove Away is a documentary film directed by Grzegorz Piekarski, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. The historic village of Hasankeyf, a Kurdish majority settlement, is ordered to relocate after plans are made to build a dam. The stark beauty of the Anatolian landscape frames the devastated buildings, the site of a political game requiring obedience and submission. When all has disappeared, only a bitter and unsettling sense of dignity will remain.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, The Town That Drove Away has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Town That Drove Away page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Town That Drove Away (2025)?
- In US, The Town That Drove Away is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Town That Drove Away worth watching?
- The Town That Drove Away holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Town That Drove Away released?
- The Town That Drove Away was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.