The Salesman (2016)
Kernel Score: 82% · 920 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Thriller
Released: 2016-06-24
Runtime: 125 minutes
Where to watch The Salesman
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Prime Video (free with ads), Amazon MX Player
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Forced out of their apartment due to dangerous works on a neighboring building, Emad and Rana move into a new flat in the center of Tehran. An incident linked to the previous tenant will dramatically change the young couple’s life.
The Salesman parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Salesman is an Iranian drama in which a young couple's life is upended by a violent home invasion and its traumatic aftermath, including implied rape.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — A violent attack occurs in the couple's home, with themes of assault, trauma, and revenge running through the story.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — The plot centers on an implied rape and its psychological aftermath, though it is not shown explicitly.
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
- Shahab Hosseini as Emad Etesami
- Taraneh Alidoosti as Rana Etesami
- Babak Karimi as Babak
- Mina Sadati as Sanam
- Mehdi Koushki as Siavash
- Farid Sajjadi Hosseini as Naser
- Maral Baniadam as Kati
- Mojtaba Pirzadeh as Majid
- Sam Valipour as Sadra
- Shirin Aghakashi as Esmat
The Salesman FAQ
Is The Salesman good?
The Salesman has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 920 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Salesman?
In the US you can stream The Salesman on Prime Video and watch it free with ads on Prime Video (free with ads) and Amazon MX Player.
Is The Salesman OK for kids?
The Salesman is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Salesman is an Iranian drama in which a young couple's life is upended by a violent home invasion and its traumatic aftermath, including implied rape.
What movies are like The Salesman?
If you liked The Salesman, try All Three of Us, The Lovely Bones, A Separation and Irreversible.