The Past
Le passé
After four years apart, Ahmad returns to his wife Marie in Paris in order to progress their divorce. During his brief stay, he cannot help noticing the strained relationship between Marie and her daughter Lucie. As he attempts to improve matters between mother and daughter Ahmad unwittingly lifts the lid on a long buried secret...
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Frequently asked questions about The Past
Where can I watch The Past in the United States?
The Past is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Past?
The Past scores 7.3 on The Movie Database, 7.7 on IMDb, 83% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 83 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Past?
The Past stars Bérénice Bejo, Ali Mosaffa, Tahar Rahim, Pauline Burlet, and Elyes Aguis. Asghar Farhadi is the director.
How long is The Past?
The Past runs 2h 10m (130 minutes).
When did The Past come out?
The Past was released on May 17, 2013.
Which studio made The Past?
The Past was produced by Memento Production, France 3 Cinéma, and BiM Distribuzione in France and Italy.
What was the budget for The Past?
The Past was made on a budget of $11,000,000.
How much did The Past make at the box office?
The Past grossed $10,631,747 worldwide, against a budget of $11,000,000.
What language is The Past in?
The Past is in French, and its original title is Le passé.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.