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Comedy · Drama · 1h 44m · 2025

Spices and Lies

★ 6.8 / 10 · 16 votes FR
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Mehdi's life lies on a fragile balance. He plays the role of the perfect Algerian son for his mother Fatima, while hiding his relationship with Léa and his passion for French cuisine and wine, which he pursues as a chef at the bistro where he works. But Léa can no longer tolerate his family secrets and demands to meet Fatima. Cornered, Mehdi comes up with the worst possible solution...

Directed by Amine Adjina Starring Younès Boucif, Clara Bretheau, Hiam Abbass, Gustave Kervern, Laurent Stocker
ComedyDrama
First releaseDec 10, 2025
Score6.8 / 10
Length1h 44m
LanguageFR

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Release rollout

Spices and Lies opened first in France on December 10, 2025. The rollout continued across 4 countries, finishing in Italy on September 10, 2026.

Release dates by country

FranceDec 10, 2025
IsraelJan 1, 2026
GermanyJun 25, 2026
ItalySep 10, 2026

Frequently asked questions

When does Spices and Lies come out?

Spices and Lies was released on December 10, 2025.

When does Spices and Lies come out in Germany?

Spices and Lies was released in Germany on June 25, 2026.

Who directed Spices and Lies?

Spices and Lies was directed by Amine Adjina.

How long is Spices and Lies?

Spices and Lies has a runtime of 1h 44m.

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