The Perfect Candidate
2020, Arabic. Directed by Haifaa al-Mansour.
A young Saudi doctor campaigns for a seat on the municipal council, finding confidence as she combats prejudice.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Arabic
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Perfect Candidate
The Perfect Candidate is streaming on MUBI in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 6 March 2020
- Original title
- المرشحة المثالية
- Country
- Germany, Saudi Arabia
- Written by
- Haifaa al-Mansour, Brad Niemann
- Box office
- $1.3M
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The Perfect Candidate: quick answers
Is The Perfect Candidate worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Perfect Candidate?
The Perfect Candidate runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Perfect Candidate have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Perfect Candidate. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Perfect Candidate parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Perfect Candidate yet.
Which OTT platform is The Perfect Candidate on?
The Perfect Candidate is streaming on MUBI in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Perfect Candidate?
If you liked The Perfect Candidate, try Wadjda, Layla M., In Between.
Who directed The Perfect Candidate?
The Perfect Candidate (2020) was directed by Haifaa al-Mansour and stars Mila Al-Zahrani, Nora Al Awadh, Dae Al Hilali.