The Jihadist (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film
Released in 2021, The Jihadist is a documentary film directed by Martin Smith, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. Over most of two decades, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani’s life has been a roadmap of Islamist militancy in Iraq and Syria. Designated a terrorist by the United States, the powerful Syrian militant now seeks a new relationship with the West.
Who’s in it. The Jihadist stars Martin Smith, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, Rania Abouzeid and David Schenker, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Jihadist page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Jihadist (2021)?
- In US, The Jihadist is available to stream on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in The Jihadist?
- The Jihadist stars Martin Smith, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, Rania Abouzeid, David Schenker and Andrew Tabler.