The Past (2013)
Kernel Score: 81% · 603 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Mystery
Released: 2013-05-17
Runtime: 130 minutes
Where to watch The Past
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
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...
The Past parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Past is a PG-13 drama dealing with divorce, family secrets, depression, and a suicide attempt.
- Violence & scariness: A little — No physical violence; emotional intensity comes from a character's coma following a suicide attempt.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Bérénice Bejo as Marie Brisson
- Ali Mosaffa as Ahmad
- Tahar Rahim as Samir
- Pauline Burlet as Lucie
- Elyes Aguis as Fouad
- Jeanne Jestin as Léa
- Sabrina Ouazani as Naïma
- Babak Karimi as Shahryar
- Valéria Cavalli as Valeria
- Aleksandra Klebanska as Celine
The Past FAQ
Is The Past good?
The Past has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 603 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Past?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Past OK for kids?
The Past is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Past is a PG-13 drama dealing with divorce, family secrets, depression, and a suicide attempt.
What movies are like The Past?
If you liked The Past, try The Book of Henry, The Hours, Remember and Fathers and Daughters.