Watermelon Pictures is set to release their historical epic PALESTINE ’36 on VOD and digital platforms early next month, arriving on May 5th, 2026. The film had its world premiere in the Gala Presentations section of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival before launching in US theaters on February 13th, 2026.
Palestine ’36 is written and directed by Annemarie Jacir, and stars Jeremy Irons, Liam Cunningham, Hiam Abbass, Kamel Al Basha, Yasmine Al Massri, Jalal Altawil, Robert Aramayo, Saleh Bakri, Yafa Bakri, Karim Daoud Anaya, Wardi Eilabouni, Ward Helou, Billy Howle, and Dhafer L’Abidine.
In 1936, as the British Empire tightens its grip on Palestine, Yusuf is caught between his village home and his work in Jerusalem. Amidst an anti-colonial revolt, and Jewish refugees fleeing persecution from Europe, all sides converge in a decisive moment for the entire region. Palestine’s Official Selection for the 98th Academy Awards.
We’ve added the release date to our Streaming Calendar. Check out the film’s official US trailer below.