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Persepolis
MOVIHERO READ
Steady animation with a balanced watch profile. Best if an autobiographical animated drama.
79/100
TMDB RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
In 1970s Iran, Marjane 'Marji' Satrapi watches events through her young eyes and her idealistic family of a long dream being fulfilled of the hated Shah's defeat in the Iranian Revolution of 1979. However as Marji grows up, she witnesses first hand how the new Iran, now ruled by Islamic fundamentalists, has become a repressive tyranny on its own.
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TMDB RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTIn 1970s Iran, Marjane 'Marji' Satrapi watches events through her young eyes and her idealistic family of a long dream being fulfilled of the hated Shah's defeat in th…
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for Persepolis.
MoviHero lists June 27, 2007 as the release date for Persepolis. Vincent Paronnaud, Marjane Satrapi are the listed directors. The listed cast includes Chiara Mastroianni as Marjane (voice), Danielle Darrieux as Marjane's Grandmother (voice), Catherine Deneuve as Marjane's Mother (voice), Simon Abkarian as Marjane's Father (voice). A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateJune 27, 2007
GenresDrama · Animation
Runtime1h 35m
DirectorsVincent Paronnaud, Marjane Satrapi
CastChiara Mastroianni as Marjane (voice), Danielle Darrieux as Marjane's Grandmother (voice), Catherine Deneuve as Marjane's Mother (voice), Simon Abkarian as Marjane's Father (voice)
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Is Persepolis right for tonight?
Pacing, attention and emotional impact are estimates from the current MoviHero Watch Profile, not verified scene-by-scene reviews.
How much time should I set aside?
Persepolis runs 1h 35m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 5/10: a middle-ground pace.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 4/10. The profile suggests a lower-demand watch, although preferences vary.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 7/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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RATING & SOURCE
TMDB audience rating
TMDB: 79/100 (7.9/10) from 2,261 votes. Updated Oct 13, 2026.
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MOVIHERO EDITORIAL
Should you watch Persepolis?
Persepolis follows Marjane Satrapi growing up through Iran’s revolution, war, and exile. Its animation brings family conversations, rebellious humour, and political restrictions into the same personal story.
WHY THIS MIGHT BE FOR YOU
01Persepolis follows Marjane Satrapi growing up through Iran’s revolution, war, and exile
02an autobiographical animated drama
03political change seen through family life and growing up
QUICK DECISION GUIDE
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A fast read on the experience, then the reasons this movie may or may not fit your night.
01Pacing5/10
02Emotional Impact7/10
03Mind-Bending5/10
04Scary1/10
05Violence4/10
06Rewatchability7/10
PERFECT IF
01an autobiographical animated drama
02political change seen through family life and growing up
THINK TWICE IF
01you want animation aimed at young children
02you prefer a military account of the Iran–Iraq War
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WHAT WATCHING IT FEELS LIKE
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Pacing5/10
Emotional Impact7/10
Mind-Bending5/10
Scary1/10
Violence4/10
Rewatchability7/10
Attention Required4/10
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A CLOSER LOOK
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CAST & CREW
The people who make it land.
Vincent ParonnaudDirector
Marjane SatrapiDirector
Chiara MastroianniMarjane (voice)
Danielle DarrieuxMarjane's Grandmother (voice)
Catherine DeneuveMarjane's Mother (voice)
Simon AbkarianMarjane's Father (voice)
Gabrielle Lopes BenitesYoung Marjane (voice)
François JérosmeUncle Anouche (voice)
Tilly MandelbrotLali (voice)
Sophie ArthuysWalla (voice)
PART OF A WATCH JOURNEY
Where Persepolis fits.
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