Mercy (2023): cast, story & where to watch
2023 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2023, Mercy is a drama film directed by Kim Chapiron, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Ali is a 14-year-old teenager on the loose. To give him a proper education, his single mother sends him to a madrassa in Mali. When Ali comes back ten years later, he is a completely changed young man in his twenties. He has received a pious religious education and his deep knowledge of Islam makes him the perfect candidate to be the local Imam of his city, despite his young age and the doubts of his mother. His modern views and charisma quickly make him popular amongst his Muslim community, until his will to do good meets his new ambition.
Who’s in it. Mercy stars Sami Slimane, Abdulah Sissoko as Ali, Hady Berthe as Madame Diallo and Rebecca Brou as Bintou, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Mercy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mercy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mercy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mercy (2023)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mercy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mercy worth watching?
- Mercy holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mercy?
- Mercy stars Sami Slimane, Abdulah Sissoko, Hady Berthe, Rebecca Brou and Anta Diaw.
- When was Mercy released?
- Mercy was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.