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The Past

2013Movie2 h 10 minPG-13

DramaMystery
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.7Metacritic858.3Rotten Tomatoes92%83%

A profoundly sad, moving drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Story

After four years apart, Ahmad returns to his wife Marie in Paris in order to progress their divorce. During his brief stay, he cannot help noticing the strained relationship between Marie and her daughter Lucie. As he attempts to improve matters between mother and daughter Ahmad unwittingly lifts the lid on a long buried secret...

Feels like

  • Family Secrets
  • Relationship Drama
  • Psychological Complexity
  • Contemporary
  • Character-Driven
  • Mystery
  • Slow-Burn
  • Intriguing Narrative
  • Melancholic

Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
Asghar Farhadi
Written by
Asghar Farhadi
Produced by
Alexandre Mallet-Guy
Music by
Evgueni Galperine, Youli Galperine

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Facts

May 17, 2013 · 2 h 10 min · PG-13

Released
May 17, 2013
Runtime
2 h 10 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Drama, Mystery
Original language
French
Made in
France, Italy
Budget
$11 million
Box office
$11 million
Available in
58 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Past?"

Questions about The Past

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Past?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Past from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 23 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Past worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 85).

Is The Past okay for kids?

PG-13

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Was The Past a box office flop?

Budget$11 million
Box office$11 million

Yes: it cost about $11 million to make and earned $11 million worldwide, 97% of its budget.

Is The Past in English?

French

No, it was made in French.