I Am the People (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.4

Released in 2016, I Am the People is a documentary film directed by Anna Roussillon, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. January 2011 in Egypt was marked by anti-government demonstrations. While tens of thousands of protesters gathered in Cairo, poor villagers in the country's south followed the tense situation on Tahrir Square on their TV screens and in the daily newspapers. It is from their perspective that this documentary captures the political changes in Egypt, from the toppling of President Mubarak to the election of Mohamed Morsi.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, I Am the People 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 I Am the People page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Am the People (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Am the People change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I Am the People worth watching?
- I Am the People holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was I Am the People released?
- I Am the People was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.