Pardon (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 2005, Pardon is a comedy and drama film directed by Mert Baykal, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on a true event, Pardon tells the tragicomic story of three friends who end up in prison when they are mistaken as members of a terrorist organization. Ibrahim's fear of uniforms makes him runaway whenever he sees one. Because of this, police mistakes him with a terrorist and takes him and his friend Muzo into custody. Fooled by the police during the interrogation they name another friend, Aydin, in hope of saving themselves. As they all end up in prison, they remember the families and lovers they left behind.

Who’s in it. Pardon stars Ferhan Şensoy as İbrahim, Rasim Öztekin as Muzo, Ali Çatalbaş as Aydın and Bülent Kayabaş as Amir, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Pardon has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pardon page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pardon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Pardon (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pardon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Pardon worth watching?
Pardon holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Pardon?
Pardon stars Ferhan Şensoy, Rasim Öztekin, Ali Çatalbaş, Bülent Kayabaş and Erol Günaydın.
When was Pardon released?
Pardon was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.