

Crimson Gold
2003, Persian. Directed by Jafar Panahi.
When you're pushed too far, you might just push back
Pizza man Hussein is a daily witnesses to the unjust distribution of wealth in his native Iran. One day, he finds a purse filled with shockingly expensive receipts from an upscale jewelry store. He attempts to bring the purse back to the store, but because of his working-class attire, he's not allowed inside. Then, during a delivery, a rich man invites Hussein into his extravagant mansion – an event that spurs Hussein to make a desperate bid for wealth.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Persian
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
7.0/10 from 108 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Crimson Gold
Crimson Gold is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
Availability in India as of 11 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 12 September 2003
- Original title
- طلای سرخ
- Country
- Iran, France, Italy
- Written by
- Abbas Kiarostami
- Box office
- $401K
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Crimson Gold: quick answers
Is Crimson Gold worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 7.0/10 from 108 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Crimson Gold?
Crimson Gold runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Crimson Gold have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Crimson Gold. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Crimson Gold parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Crimson Gold on?
Crimson Gold is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Crimson Gold?
If you liked Crimson Gold, try Play Dirty, The Asphalt Jungle, Heist 88.
Who directed Crimson Gold?
Crimson Gold (2003) was directed by Jafar Panahi and stars Hossain Emadeddin, Kamyar Sheisi, Azita Rayeji.