

Yalda
2020, Persian. Directed by Massoud Bakhshi.
A Night for Forgiveness
Maryam accidentally killed her husband Nasser and is sentenced to death. The only person who can save her is Mona, Nasser's daughter. All Mona has to do is appear on a TV show and forgive Maryam. But forgiveness proves difficult when they are forced to relive the past.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Persian
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 51 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 27 August 2020
- Original title
- یلدا
- Country
- France, Germany, Iran, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Switzerland
- Written by
- Massoud Bakhshi
- Budget
- $700
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Yalda: quick answers
Is Yalda worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 51 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Yalda?
Yalda runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does Yalda have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Yalda. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Yalda parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Yalda yet.
Which OTT platform is Yalda on?
Yalda 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 Yalda?
If you liked Yalda, try The Girl in the Book, Skin, The River.
Who directed Yalda?
Yalda (2020) was directed by Massoud Bakhshi and stars Sadaf Asgari, Behnaz Jafari, Babak Karimi.