American Eid
Synopsis
A homesick Pakistani immigrant sets out to make Eid a public-school holiday, reconnecting with her older sister and learning to embrace her new home along the way.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2021-05-24
Top Cast
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Shanessa Khawaja
Ameena
Jenna Qureshi
Zainab
Cash Herrera
Tony
Fazeelat Aslam
Jamila
Maya Bednarek
Rachel
Iris Starlett Perry
Chelsea
Hilary Ward
Mrs. Stone
Ismail Bashey
Altaf
Mikee Castillo
Litia
Charlie Reddix
Teni
Tyler David Alderson
Mike
Raheela Mahmood
Dadi Ami
Mark Anthony Williams
Art Teacher
Barbara Lee Bragg
Cafeteria Lady
Karen Teliha
Janitor
Su Jung Lee
Mrs. Tan
Amber Duke
Litia's Friend
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 28, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aqsa Altaf
- Screenplay & Story
- Aqsa Altaf
- Original Score
- Siddhartha Khosla
- Original Title
- American Eid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Urdu
- Runtime
- 21m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aqsa Altaf
Aqsa Altaf
Siddhartha Khosla
Nick Houy
Jason Alvidrez, Adam Nusinow, Mary Coleman, Mahin Ibrahim, Nicole Paradis Grindle
Department Leadership Roster
Aqsa Altaf
Director
Aqsa Altaf
Writer
Leslie Owen
Producer
Steak House
Producer
Nick Houy
Editor
Sara Millán
Production Design
Ariyela Wald-Cohain
Costume Design
Beth D'Amato
Visual Effects Supervisor
Siddhartha Khosla
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Eid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is American Eid about?
A homesick Pakistani immigrant sets out to make Eid a public-school holiday, reconnecting with her older sister and learning to embrace her new home along the way.
Who directed American Eid?
American Eid was directed by Aqsa Altaf.
Who stars in American Eid?
The principal cast of American Eid includes Shanessa Khawaja, Jenna Qureshi, Cash Herrera, Fazeelat Aslam, Maya Bednarek.
When was American Eid released and how long is it?
American Eid was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 21m.
Who composed the musical score for American Eid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Eid was composed by Siddhartha Khosla.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Eid?
American Eid holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).