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Infidel (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Infidel is a 2019 action thriller directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh, starring Stelio Savante as Pierre Barthes, Aly Kassem and Claudia Karvan. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes and earned $4.1 million worldwide. Its Echo Score is 70/100.

worldwide gross
$4.1M
Echo Score
70
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Infidel (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 47m (107 min)
Director
Cyrus Nowrasteh
Genres
Action , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Infidel About?

The premise of Infidel without spoilers.

An American man is abducted while attending a conference in Cairo and subsequently imprisoned in Iran, accused of espionage. Determined to secure his release, his wife travels to Iran, embarking on a perilous journey to confront the authorities and uncover the truth behind his capture.

Infidel Themes & Keywords

· 35 tags
  • abduction
  • torture
  • tehran iran
  • escape from prison
  • reference to hezbollah
  • baalbek lebanon
  • terrorist
  • muslim terrorist
  • kidnapped by terrorists
  • honor killing
  • rescued from terrorist
  • christian religion
+23 more
  • title spoken by character
  • iranian regime
  • writer director producer
  • execution
  • fairfax virginia
  • cairo egypt
  • blogger
  • bible verse
  • taxi
  • washington d.c.
  • press conference
  • death sentence
  • firing squad
  • grenade
  • iranian terrorism
  • muslim
  • iranian family
  • graduation party
  • escape from terrorist
  • religious conference
  • middle east
  • christian
  • christian man
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Cast & crew

Infidel Cast & Characters

Stelio Savante leads the cast as Pierre Barthes, with Aly Kassem as Javid and Claudia Karvan as Liz Rawlins. Directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh; 6 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Infidel

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From the director

More from Cyrus Nowrasteh

More films directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh, best-rated first: Sarah's Oil, The Stoning of Soraya M., The Young Messiah and The Day Reagan Was Shot.

Full filmography
Ratings

Infidel Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 70/100, strongest in character & emotion (75) and weakest in art & craft (50).

70 /100

Infidel Echo Score Breakdown

Infidel generates a mixed critical response but enjoys strong audience approval. Critics highlight uneven direction and occasional preachiness, while praising its thriller premise and solid performances. Viewers consistently note the film's engaging action and emotional resonance, recommending repeat viewings. The combined sentiment suggests a film that succeeds in character work and rewatch appeal despite technical flaws, positioning it in the upper‑mid range of overall quality.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 50

    The film’s direction and technical execution appear uneven. Critics point to wobbly, inconsistent filmmaking and uneven editing, while a few acknowledge a satisfying visual experience during the action sequences. No strong praise for cinematography or production design emerges. Overall, the craft elements are judged as middling, limiting the film’s artistic impact.

  • Character & Emotion 75

    Performances form a clear strength of the film. Reviewers commend Jim Caviezel’s lead work and note nuanced contributions from supporting actors, with audience comments calling the cast remarkable. Some criticism mentions a dull lead portrayal, yet the majority of sentiment emphasizes engaging, credible character work. The net impression is a positive assessment of acting and emotional resonance.

  • Story & Flow 70

    Narrative reception is mixed but leans positive. Critics describe the premise as compelling yet sometimes preachy or ideologically heavy, while others praise the thriller pacing and realistic true‑story elements. Audience feedback highlights an engaging plot and tense chase scenes that maintain interest. Consequently, the story is viewed as solid, though not without notable flaws.

  • Sensory Experience 65

    Sensory elements receive modest appraisal. Viewers mention an edge‑of‑seat vehicle chase and overall engaging visual style, whereas critics provide limited commentary on sound design or score. The lack of strong praise suggests the sensory experience is competent but unremarkable, contributing a decent yet understated layer to the film’s appeal.

  • Rewatch Factor 75

    Rewatch potential is viewed favorably. Audiences repeatedly recommend the film and describe it as a must‑see, while critics acknowledge it as satisfying to watch despite its imperfections. Some note it could feel like a one‑off thriller, but the prevailing sentiment points to lasting appeal and repeat enjoyment.

Box office

Infidel Box Office

Infidel grossed $4.1 million worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$4.1M

US & Canada
$4.1M
Cars

Cars in Infidel

53 cars on screen, including the 2008 Hyundai H-1 and the 2013 Kia Quoris.

All 53 cars
  • 2008 Hyundai H-1 in Infidel 2008 Hyundai H-1 Important role
  • 2013 Kia Quoris in Infidel 2013 Kia Quoris Important role
  • 2016 Kia Sportage in Infidel 2016 Kia Sportage Important role
  • 1984 Land-Rover 110 in Infidel 1984 Land-Rover 110 Important role
Details

Infidel Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “인피델” and “El infiel”.

Also known as
  • 인피델
  • El infiel
  • Невірний
  • Sequestro Internacional
  • 异教徒
  • Похищенный
  • 私刑救援
  • Nevěřící
  • Niewierny
  • Hitetlen
  • Neveriaci

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FAQ

Infidel FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Infidel, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Infidel?

Infidel runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

When was Infidel released?

Infidel was released on November 8, 2019.

Who directed Infidel?

Infidel was directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh.

More films by Cyrus Nowrasteh

Who is in the cast of Infidel?

Infidel stars Stelio Savante as Pierre Barthes, Aly Kassem as Javid and Claudia Karvan as Liz Rawlins, among 6 credited actors.

How much did Infidel make at the box office?

Infidel grossed $4.1 million worldwide.

Does Infidel have a post-credit scene?

No. Infidel has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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