The Perfect Candidate

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The Perfect Candidate

2020

1h 44m

6.7(97 votes)

Drama

Overview

A young Saudi doctor campaigns for a seat on the municipal council, finding confidence as she combats prejudice.

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12 members

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ميلا الزهراني

Dr. Maryam Alsafan

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Nora Al Awadh

Sara

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Dae Al Hilali

Selma

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Khalid Abdulrhim

Abdulaziz

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Shafi Al Harthy

Mohammed

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Mohamed Othman

Himself

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Nojoud Ahmed

Dr. Abeer

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Khadeeja Mua'th

Khadeeja

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Tareq Al Khaldi

Omar

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Reema Mohammed

Badria (voice)

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Ismaee Nasser

Anas

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Rakan Abdulhaman

Majid

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