The Other Side of Hope (2017)
Kernel Score: 76% · 349 ratings
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2017-02-03
Runtime: 101 minutes
Where to watch The Other Side of Hope
- Rent: Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A restaurateur befriends a Syrian refugee who has recently arrived in Finland.
The Other Side of Hope parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that this Finnish comedy-drama follows a Syrian refugee befriended by a restaurateur in Finland amid the European refugee crisis.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Sherwan Haji as Khaled
- Sakari Kuosmanen as Wikström
- Kaija Pakarinen as Wikström's Wife
- Niroz Haji as Miriam
- Janne Hyytiäinen as Nyrhinen
- Ilkka Koivula as Calamnius
- Nuppu Koivu as Mirja
- Simon Al-Bazoon as Mazdak
- Tuomari Nurmio as Busker / Band Member
- Abdi Jama as Cashier at Train Station
The Other Side of Hope FAQ
Is The Other Side of Hope good?
The Other Side of Hope has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 349 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Other Side of Hope?
In the US you can rent it from Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Other Side of Hope OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that this Finnish comedy-drama follows a Syrian refugee befriended by a restaurateur in Finland amid the European refugee crisis.
What movies are like The Other Side of Hope?
If you liked The Other Side of Hope, try The Old Oak, Souleymane's Story, Welcome and Flee.