A Separation (2011)
📌 Available on Netflix and Apple TV and Prime Video🛡️ Older teens 13+
📖 Story
Two hearts fracture under the weight of impossible choices in A Separation, a film that peels away the layers of modern family life with unflinching honesty. Samin dreams of leaving Iran to build a better world for their son, while Nader refuses to abandon his father drowning in Alzheimer's darkness. What begins as a rational debate transforms into an emotional earthquake that shakes the very foundations of their marriage and challenges every viewer to ask: what do we truly owe to those we love?
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Watchprint
Character-driven
92
Excellent match
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneLight and steady
ExperienceStraightforward viewing experience
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a lighter watch that runs on dialogue, chemistry, and day-to-day situations more than escalation.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
📌 MPAA
Family supervision is recommended for younger viewers.
Runtime
123 min
Original language
Persian
Country of origin
IR
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorAsghar Farhadi
WritingAsghar Farhadi
CastLeila HatamiPayman MaadiSareh BayatSarina FarhadiShahab Hosseini
ProductionNegar EskandarfarAsghar Farhadi
MusicSattar OrakiReza NarimizadehMahmoud Samakbashi
CinematographyMahmoud KalariHabib Majidi
Where to watch A Separation
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✨Availability Snapshot11 offers
A Separation is currently listed across official watch options including Netflix, Apple TV and Prime Video.
Subscription access may be available through Netflix, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Apple TV. Purchase starts from 5.99 GBP on Apple TV.
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📺Providers3🎟️Lowest rent3.49 GBP🛒Lowest buy5.99 GBP
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Videos for A Separation
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
An editorial snapshot using the title’s recorded currency: budget, revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple without forcing USD conversion.
🚀Blockbuster4.89x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue strongly outpaced the production cost
The release multiplied its reported budget into a standout box office result.
Quick pulse
Blockbuster result
💹 Return multiple: 4.89x📈 ROI: +389%🧾 Blockbuster
💰Budget
$5M5 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$24.4M24.4 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🚀Commercial gap
+$19.4M+19.4 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🚀Return multiple
4.89x4.89x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $5M • Revenue: $24.4M • Commercial gap: +$19.4M ROI +389%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Multiplied its budget strongly.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Screenshots and images
Cast & crew
Leila Hatami
Simin
Payman Maadi
Nader
Sareh Bayat
Razieh
Sarina Farhadi
Termeh
Shahab Hosseini
Hojjat
Kimia Hosseini
Somayyeh
Ali-Asghar Shahbazi
Nader's Father
Babak Karimi
Interrogator
Show the rest of the cast
Merila Zarei
Miss Ghahraii
Shirin Yazdanbakhsh
Simin's Mother
Mohammad Sajadian
Soldier
Armine Zeytounchian
Mrs. Kalaani
Bahareh Riyahi
Hospital Receptionist
Director: Asghar Farhadi
❓ FAQ
Short, focused questions that help you decide quickly without repeating details already shown above.
1Where can I watch 'A Separation'?
The film is available on three major streaming platforms: Netflix, Prime Video, and Apple TV. You can choose based on your subscription to enjoy high-quality viewing.
2What is the film's duration and is it suitable for all ages?
The film runs for 123 minutes (approximately 2 hours). It's a heavy drama dealing with complex family issues, so it's better suited for teenagers and adults rather than children.
3Who is the director and what is the main story idea?
The film is directed by Asghar Farhadi, a renowned Iranian filmmaker. The story revolves around Nader and Simin in Tehran, depicting the intense conflict between family duties and the dream of migration, and a decision that may tear the family apart.
4Who are the main stars of the film?
The film stars Leila Hatami and Peyman Moadi in the lead roles, alongside Sarah Bayat, Shahab Hosseini, and Sarina Farhadi in important roles, making for a strong and talented cast.
5When was the film released and what is its film genre?
The film was released in 2011 and is a dramatic film. It is considered one of the important classics in Iranian and world cinema.
6Is this film realistic and does it reflect real problems?
Yes, the film addresses complex real-world issues concerning Iranian society and families in general, such as the conflict between personal ambitions and family obligations, making it deeply relevant to viewers' lives.
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