The Dissident
When Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi disappears after entering Saudi Arabia’s consulate in Istanbul, his fiancée and dissidents around the world are left to piece together the clues to a brutal murder and expose a global cover up perpetrated by the very country he loved.
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Frequently asked questions about The Dissident
Where can I watch The Dissident in the United States?
The Dissident is available to stream on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Dissident for free?
The Dissident streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and Fandango at Home Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Dissident?
The Dissident scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Dissident?
The Dissident stars Jamal Khashoggi, Omar Abdulaziz, Prince Mohammed bin Salman al Saud, İrfan Fidan, and Agnès Callamard. Bryan Fogel is the director.
How long is The Dissident?
The Dissident runs 1h 59m (119 minutes).
When did The Dissident come out?
The Dissident was released on December 25, 2020.
Which studio made The Dissident?
The Dissident was produced by Diamond Docs, Human Rights Foundation, and Orwell Productions in Turkey and the United States.
How much did The Dissident make at the box office?
The Dissident grossed $57,000 worldwide.
What languages is The Dissident in?
The Dissident is in Arabic, English, and Turkish, and its original language is English.
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