NAZA documentary on Gaza killings becomes one of year’s most watched

NAZA, a documentary about Israel’s surveillance of Palestinians and the killing of civilians in Gaza, has drawn more than 1.5 million cinema viewers worldwide since its release last month. Its reach makes it one of 2026’s most-watched theatrically released documentaries, while its subject and political response have brought it wider attention.

The film, directed by Oscar-winning Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, has screened in 47 territories. Italy recorded 717,517 admissions, the UK and Ireland 102,508, and the Benelux countries 132,323; it also attracted more than 82,000 admissions during a 48-hour French cinema run. After winning the Venice festival’s Special Jury prize and a Critics’ Choice award for best political documentary, it is planned to stream free on the Guardian’s website in early December.