The Apple
1998, Persian. Directed by Samira Makhmalbaf.
After twelve years of imprisonment by their own parents, two Iranian sisters are finally released by social workers to face the outside world for the first time.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Persian
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Apple isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 27 May 1998
- Original title
- سیب
- Country
- Iran, France, Netherlands
- Written by
- Samira Makhmalbaf, Mohsen Makhmalbaf
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The Apple: quick answers
Is The Apple worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Apple?
The Apple runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does The Apple have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Apple. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Apple parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Apple yet.
Which OTT platform is The Apple on?
The Apple isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Apple?
If you liked The Apple, try The Miracle Worker, Skin, Call Me Crazy: A Five Film.
Who directed The Apple?
The Apple (1998) was directed by Samira Makhmalbaf and stars Massoumeh Naderi, Zahra Naderi, Ghorban Ali Naderi.