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In the Ninth Month (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 2002, In the Ninth Month is a drama film directed by Ali Nasser, running about 108 minutes.

What it’s about. The legend of The Sack Man, a mysterious figure who roams at night, stealing babies and selling them to the Zionist jews, is making the tensions rise in the city of Araba after a child has gone missing. Ahmed, who's brother was deported to Lebanon by the Israeli authorities, is the main suspect. Stuck between a rock and a hard place, Ahmed must navigate protecting his son, his family, and his secrets.

Who’s in it. In the Ninth Month stars Ashraf Barhom as Ahmad, Juliano Mer-Khamis as Khalil, Nisreen Faour as Samira and Raida Adon as Sanna, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, In the Ninth Month sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch In the Ninth Month page.

If you liked it. Fans of In the Ninth Month tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch In the Ninth Month (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for In the Ninth Month change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is In the Ninth Month worth watching?
In the Ninth Month holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in In the Ninth Month?
In the Ninth Month stars Ashraf Barhom, Juliano Mer-Khamis, Nisreen Faour, Raida Adon and Amos Lavi.
When was In the Ninth Month released?
In the Ninth Month was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.