Under the Shadow
زیر سایه
After Shideh's building is hit by a missile during the Iran-Iraq War, a superstitious neighbor suggests that the missile was cursed and might be carrying malevolent Middle-Eastern spirits. She becomes convinced a supernatural force within the building is attempting to possess her daughter Dorsa, and she has no choice but to confront these forces if she is to save her daughter and herself.
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Frequently asked questions about Under the Shadow
Where can I watch Under the Shadow in the United States?
Under the Shadow is available to stream on Netflix and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Under the Shadow on Netflix?
Yes. Under the Shadow is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside Hoopla.
Can I watch Under the Shadow for free?
Under the Shadow streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Under the Shadow?
Under the Shadow scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Under the Shadow?
Under the Shadow stars Narges Rashidi, Avin Manshadi, Bobby Naderi, Ray Haratian, and Hamid Djavadan. Babak Anvari is the director.
How long is Under the Shadow?
Under the Shadow runs 1h 24m (84 minutes).
When did Under the Shadow come out?
Under the Shadow was released on September 30, 2016.
Which studio made Under the Shadow?
Under the Shadow was produced by Wigwam Films, Creativity Capital, and MENA Film in Jordan and the United Kingdom.
What language is Under the Shadow in?
Under the Shadow is in Persian, and its original title is زیر سایه.
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.