---
title: "Watching This Movie Is a Crime!"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/watching-this-movie-is-a-crime-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 784353
imdb_id: "tt9899860"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 7.8
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Watching This Movie Is a Crime! (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/watching-this-movie-is-a-crime-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Watching This Movie Is a Crime! is a 2021 film categorized as a drama and thriller. The production was directed by Reza Zehtabchian and features a cast that includes Mahdi Zaminpardaz, Amir Aghaee, Linda Kiani, and Hossein Pakdel. The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes and was released in Iran on January 8, 2021. The narrative centers on a protagonist named Amir, who is a young member of the Basidj and the son of a war martyr. The plot follows Amir after his pregnant wife is assaulted by a stranger in the street. Following this incident, his wife loses their child, which serves as the catalyst for the story. In response to this devastating personal loss, Amir decides to take action. The film explores the aftermath of this event as the protagonist navigates the consequences of his decision. The production is distinct from unrelated television projects involving organized crime task forces and other unrelated media properties.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome, Filmtap | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Filmtap | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Filmtap | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Filmtap | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Reza Zehtabchian

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Amir Aghaei**
- **Hossein Pakdel**
- **Hamidreza Pegah**
- **Linda Kiani**
- **Ehsan Amani**
- **Mahdi Zaminpardaz**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Watching This Movie Is a Crime! online?
Watching This Movie Is a Crime! is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Plex. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Watching This Movie Is a Crime! worth watching?
Watching This Movie Is a Crime! holds a community rating of 7.8/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Watching This Movie Is a Crime! and when was it released?
Watching This Movie Is a Crime! is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2021. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Watching This Movie Is a Crime!?
Watching This Movie Is a Crime! was directed by Reza Zehtabchian.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Watching This Movie Is a Crime! — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/784353)
- [Watching This Movie Is a Crime! (2021) — The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/784353)
- [Watching This Movie Is a Crime (2019) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9899860/)
- [‎Watching This Movie Is a Crime! (2021) directed by Reza ...](https://letterboxd.com/film/watching-this-movie-is-a-crime/)
- ['Law & Order: Organized Crime': NBC's 'SVU' Spinoff Adds Four To Cast](https://deadline.com/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*