The Square (2013)
Overview
The Square looks at the hard realities faced day-to-day by people working to build Egypt’s new democracy. Cairo’s Tahrir Square is the heart and soul of the film, which follows several young activists. Armed with values, determination, music, humor, an abundance of social media, and sheer obstinacy, they know that the thorny path to democracy only began with Hosni Mubarak’s fall. The life-and-death struggle between the people and the power of the state is still playing out.
Where to watch The Square
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Fandor, Cineverse | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Canada | Tubi TV | — | — |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Italy | — | Apple TV, CHILI | Apple TV, CHILI |
| Türkiye | — | — | Apple TV |
| Mexico | Tubi TV | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Square in 1 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Square about?
The Square looks at the hard realities faced day-to-day by people working to build Egypt’s new democracy. Cairo’s Tahrir Square is the heart and soul of the film, which follows several young activists. Armed with values, determination, music, humor, an abundance of social media, and sheer obstinacy, they know that the thorny path to democracy only began with Hosni Mubarak’s fall. The life-and-death struggle between the people and the power of the state is still playing out. The Square is a Documentary, Drama, History movie, released on 2013-06-07, runtime 88 minutes.
Is The Square worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Square 7.7 out of 10 from 169 ratings. It is widely liked by viewers.
Where can I watch The Square?
In the United States, The Square streams on Fandor and Cineverse and can be rented from Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. The table on this page lists 6 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Jehane Noujaim
Cast
- Khalid Abdalla as Himself
- Dina Abd Allah as Herself
- Dina Amer as Herself
- Magdy Ashour as Himself
- Ramy Essam as Himself
- Ahmed Hassan as Himself
- Aida El Kashef as Herself
- Buthayana Kamel as Herself
- Ragia Omran as Herself
- Sherif Boray as Himself
- Pierre Sioufi as Himself
- Hosni Mubarak as Self (archive footage)
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Sources
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