The Other Side of Hope

Name: The Other Side of Hope
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2017-01-01
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Sherwan Haji, Sakari Kuosmanen, Kaija Pakarinen, Niroz Haji, Janne Hyytiäinen

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2017| 1h 39m| IMDb 7.1

The Other Side of Hope (2017) is currently streaming in the UK on MUBI. Last updated 20 January 2026.

Streaming availability last checked 20 January 2026

Comedy Drama

After arriving in Finland from Syria as a stowaway, Khaled applies for asylum. Things don't look encouraging, but after crossing paths with travelling salesman-turned-entrepreneur Wikström, he finds an unlikely source of kindness and connection.

Director: Aki Kaurismäki