The Wake (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film
Released in 2019, The Wake is a drama film directed by Riad Bouchoucha, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. Salim comes to grieve beside his mother’s dead body. But very quickly, between religious customs he doesn’t understand and the constant comings and goings of people he doesn’t know, the young man feels uncomfortable in the small family apartment.
Who’s in it. The Wake stars Bellamine Abdelmalek as Salim, Salim Kechiouche as Imad, Djemel Barek as Le père and Mustapha Abourachid as L'oncle, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wake page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wake tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wake (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Wake?
- The Wake stars Bellamine Abdelmalek, Salim Kechiouche, Djemel Barek, Mustapha Abourachid and Tahidir Ouazine.