6.2
Where can I stream Maya legally?
You can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
Maya
2018·Movie
Maya fingerprint
Strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and politics
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and politics
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and politics.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
After 30-year-old French war reporter Gabriel Dahan is taken hostage in Syria, he heads to India following months in captivity.
War ReporterHostage DramaPsychological TraumaIndian SettingPolitical IntrigueMelancholyIntenseCharacter-DrivenExploration of Captivity
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like Maya
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Maya
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Maya
Maya2018
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Joint Security Area (2000)The Unthinkable (2018)Deadwind (2018)Brothers (2004)Courage Under Fire (1996)Heaven (2002)Return to Paradise (1998)The Hunter (2011)The East (2013)Three Days of the Condor (1975)Babel (2006)The Snow Girl (2023)Viduthalai: Part II (2024)Brothers (2009)Mahaan (2022)Vishwaroopam (2013)The Salesman (2016)Late Shift (2025)The Decline (2020)Mumbai Diaries (2021)Tunnel (2016)Time of the Wolf (2003)The Survivalist (2015)Tyrant (2014)Metro Manila (2013)Michael Clayton (2007)The Hunting Party (2007)River (2015)Jarhead (2005)Thank You for Your Service (2017)Traitor (2008)Viduthalai: Part I (2023)Stateless (2020)Taps (1981)Waar (2013)The Surfer (2025)Syriana (2005)In a Better World (2010)Awarapan (2007)Nowhere (2023)Trapped (2015)In the Land of Saints and Sinners (2023)The Hunters (1996)The Rover (2014)The Boxer (1997)The Interpreter (2005)The Mosquito Coast (1986)Homebound (2025)Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava (2018)The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest (2009)Joe (2014)Messiah (2020)The Manchurian Candidate (2004)Good Kill (2015)Daagi (2025)Seven Seconds (2018)Custody (2018)Kajaki (2014)Chance (2016)The Hunt (2012)Jana Gana Mana (2022)The Absent One (2014)House of Sand and Fog (2003)Eddington (2025)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Maya
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Maya worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 70%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Maya rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Maya?
1 h 47 min
Maya runs 1 h 47 min.
Is Maya based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Maya?
Critics66
Audiences51
Not quite. Critics rate Maya higher (66) than audiences (51). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Maya in?
FrenchEnglishArabic
It was made in French, with some English, Arabic. Produced in Germany, France.
In how many countries can I watch Maya?
13
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Maya in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.