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Where to Watch A Separation(2011)
“Ugly truth, sweet lies.”
Looking for where to watch A Separation? You can currently find A Separation online through Hulu, Amazon Video, and Apple iTunes. Availability changes often, so we separate subscription, free, rental, and purchase options below.
A married couple are faced with a difficult decision - to improve the life of their child by moving to another country or to stay in Iran and look after a deteriorating parent who has Alzheimer's disease.
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A Separation (2011), directed by Asghar Farhadi, is a drama film and is available to stream on 7 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.3/10 and 99% on Rotten Tomatoes from 1,963 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Originally released in 2011, it's now a streaming staple.
The film stars Leila Hatami, Payman Maadi, and Sareh Bayat. At 123 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
If you're looking to watch A Separation online, the best option is Hulu for subscribers — included with the standard subscription, no rental required. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Twister and Citizen Kane, both of which are available to stream right now.
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Frequently asked
- No — A Separation isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on Hulu.
- A Separation is available to stream on Hulu in the US.
- No — A Separation isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on Hulu.
- No — A Separation isn't on a free-with-ads service right now, but it's included with Hulu.
- A Separation runs 2h 3m (123 minutes total).
- IMDb 8.3/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 99% · Metacritic 95/100.
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