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Aftersun: Plot, Cast, Ending & Where to Watch

2022 · United Kingdom · Drama · 1h 41m · Turkish

Aftersun is a 2022 United Kingdom drama film directed by Charlotte Wells. This guide covers the plot, full cast, an overview of the ending, where to watch, and similar films you might want next.

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Original Title
Aftersun
Director
Charlotte Wells
Writers
Charlotte Wells
Country
United Kingdom
Runtime
1h 41m
Release
Oct 21, 2022
§ 01 Plot · 6 min read

Aftersun Plot Summary

Aftersun is a 2022 semi-autobiographical coming-of-age drama film written and directed by Charlotte Wells in her feature directorial debut. Starring Paul Mescal, Frankie Corio, and Celia Rowlson-Hall, the film is loosely based on Wells' childhood and follows an 11-year-old Scottish girl on holiday with her father at a Turkish resort on the eve of his 31st birthday.

● Quick takeaway

Sophie reflects on the shared joy and private melancholy of a holiday she took with her father twenty years earlier.

§ 02 Cast · 6 roles

Cast and Characters

Paul Mescal headshot
Paul Mescal
as Calum
Plays Calum.
Frankie Corio headshot
Frankie Corio
as Sophie
Plays Sophie.
Brooklyn Toulson
as Michael
Plays Michael.
Celia Rowlson-Hall headshot
Celia Rowlson-Hall
as Adult Sophie
Plays Adult Sophie.
Sally Messham headshot
Sally Messham
as Belinda
Plays Belinda.
Ayşe Parlak
as Teen Girl 1
Plays Teen Girl 1.
§ 03 · Spoiler Zone · Read with care

Ending Overview

How does Aftersun end? Our spoiler-aware breakdown walks through the final act beat by beat — including the choices, motivations, and ambiguous final shot that viewers most often debate.

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§ 04 Watch · Updated May 13

Where to Watch Aftersun

Availability may vary by region and change over time.

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The Roku Channel
Free with ads
● Available
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Amazon Video
Rent
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Apple TV Store
Rent
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Google Play Movies
Rent
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Frequently Asked

What is Aftersun about?

Sophie reflects on the shared joy and private melancholy of a holiday she took with her father twenty years earlier.

Where can I watch Aftersun?

See the Where to Watch section below for the current streaming, rental, and purchase options in your region.