Under the Shadow
2016, Persian. Directed by Babak Anvari.
Fear will find you.
After Shideh's building is hit by a missile during the Iran-Iraq War, a superstitious neighbor suggests that the missile was cursed and might be carrying malevolent Middle-Eastern spirits. She becomes convinced a supernatural force within the building is attempting to possess her daughter Dorsa, and she has no choice but to confront these forces if she is to save her daughter and herself.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Persian
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 767 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Under the Shadow
Under the Shadow is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 30 September 2016
- Original title
- زیر سایه
- Country
- Jordan, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Babak Anvari
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Under the Shadow: quick answers
Is Under the Shadow worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 767 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Under the Shadow?
Under the Shadow runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does Under the Shadow have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Under the Shadow. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Under the Shadow parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Under the Shadow is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Under the Shadow on?
Under the Shadow is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Under the Shadow?
If you liked Under the Shadow, try The Surrender, His House, Bunker.
Who directed Under the Shadow?
Under the Shadow (2016) was directed by Babak Anvari and stars Narges Rashidi, Avin Manshadi, Bobby Naderi.