Return to Homs
2013, Arabic. Directed by Talal Derki.
Filmed over 3 years in Homs, accompanying 2 outstanding young men from the time they were only dreaming of freedom to the time when they are forced to change course. Basset, the 19yo national football team goalkeeper, who became an outspoken demonstration leader in the city, then an icon revolution singer, till he becomes a fighter... a militia leader. Ossama, his 24yo friend, renowned citizen journalist, cynical pacifist... as his views are forced to change, until he is detained by army secret service. It is the story of a city, of which the world have heard a lot, but never really got closer than news, never really had the chance to experience how a war erupted. a modern times epic of youth in war time.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Arabic
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 75 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Details
- Released
- 20 November 2013
- Country
- Germany, Syrian Arab Republic
- Written by
- Talal Derki
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Return to Homs: quick answers
Is Return to Homs worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 75 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Return to Homs?
Return to Homs runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Return to Homs have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Return to Homs on?
Return to Homs isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Return to Homs?
If you liked Return to Homs, try Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20, The U.S. vs. John Lennon, The Class of ‘92.
Who directed Return to Homs?
Return to Homs (2013) was directed by Talal Derki and stars abdolbaseit al sarut.