Faya Dayi (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2021, Faya Dayi is a documentary film directed by Jessica Beshir, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A spiritual journey into the highlands of Harar, immersed in the rituals of khat, a leaf Sufi Muslims chewed for centuries for religious meditations – and Ethiopia’s most lucrative cash crop today. A tapestry of intimate stories offers a window into the dreams of youth under a repressive regime.
Who’s in it. Faya Dayi stars Mohammed Arif as Self, Hashim Abdi as Self, Biniam Yonas as Self and Urji Abrahim Mumade as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Faya Dayi has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Faya Dayi page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Faya Dayi (2021)?
- In US, Faya Dayi is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Faya Dayi worth watching?
- Faya Dayi holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Faya Dayi?
- Faya Dayi stars Mohammed Arif, Hashim Abdi, Biniam Yonas, Urji Abrahim Mumade and Destu Ibrahim Mumade.
- When was Faya Dayi released?
- Faya Dayi was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.