Papicha (2019)
Kernel Score: 87% · 273 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 2019-10-09
Runtime: 108 minutes
Where to watch Papicha
- Stream: Prime Video, Philo, OVID
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- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Nedjma, an 18-year-old student passionate about fashion design refuses to let the tragic events of the Algerian Civil War keep her from experiencing a normal life. As the social climate becomes more conservative, she rejects the new bans set by the radicals and decides to put on a fashion show.
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Director
Mounia Meddour
Cast
- Lyna Khoudri as Nedjma
- Shirine Boutella as Wassila
- Amira Hilda Douaouda as Samira
- Nadia Kaci as Madame Kamissi
- Yasin Houicha as Mehdi
- Zahra Doumandji as Kahina
- Aida Guechoud as Saliha
- Meriem Medjkane as Linda
- Marwan Zeghbib as Karim
- Samir Elhakim as Mokhtar
Papicha FAQ
Is Papicha good?
Papicha has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 273 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Papicha?
In the US you can stream Papicha on Prime Video, Philo and OVID, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome, Fandango at Home, Plex and Filmzie and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What movies are like Papicha?
If you liked Papicha, try Beau Travail, Revoir Paris, Breathe and Divines.