Kandahar
2001, English. Directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf.
After an Afghanistan-born woman who lives in Canada receives a letter from her suicidal sister, she takes a perilous journey through Afghanistan to try to find her.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 93 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Kandahar
Kandahar isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 11 May 2001.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 11 May 2001
- Original title
- Safar e Ghandehar
- Country
- Iran, France
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What Kandahar is based on
Kandahar is based on a true story.
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Kandahar: quick answers
Is Kandahar worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 93 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Kandahar?
Kandahar runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Kandahar have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Kandahar. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Kandahar parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Kandahar yet.
Which OTT platform is Kandahar on?
Kandahar isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 11 May 2001. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Kandahar?
If you liked Kandahar, try The Wind Will Carry Us, A Time for Drunken Horses, The Song of Sparrows.
Who directed Kandahar?
Kandahar (2001) was directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf and stars Nelofer Pazira, Ike Ogut, Hassan Tantai.
What is Kandahar based on?
Kandahar is based on a true story.