Amreeka (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2009, Amreeka is a drama film directed by Cherien Dabis, running about 96 minutes. “Life's best adventures are journeys of the heart.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Eager to provide a better future for her son, Fadi, divorcée Muna Farah leaves her Palestinian homeland and takes up residence in rural Illinois -- just in time to encounter the domestic repercussions of America's disastrous war in Iraq. Now, the duo must reinvent their lives with some help from Muna's sister, Raghda, and brother-in-law, Nabeel.
Who’s in it. Amreeka stars Nisreen Faour as Muna Farah, Melkar Muallem as Fadi Farah, Hiam Abbass as Raghda Halaby and Alia Shawkat as Salma Halaby, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Amreeka has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Amreeka page.
If you liked it. Fans of Amreeka tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Amreeka (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amreeka change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Amreeka worth watching?
- Amreeka holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Amreeka?
- Amreeka stars Nisreen Faour, Melkar Muallem, Hiam Abbass, Alia Shawkat and Jenna Kawar.
- When was Amreeka released?
- Amreeka was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.