Partition (1987): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1987 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1987, Partition is a drama and liebesfilm film directed by Ken McMullen, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. The tumultuous events surrounding the sub-continent's partition in 1947 into India and Pakistan are re-imagined in Ken McMullen's complex and visually striking film. A lunatic asylum in the city of Lahore becomes a mirror image of events in the outside political world, with the same actors playing both inmates and rulers. Adapted by Tariq Ali and McMullen from famous Urdu writer Saadat Hasan Manto's short story 'Toba Tek Singh', Partition speaks for the countless millions that the usual British Raj films sweep out of sight. Released to mark the 60th anniversary of the partition of the Indian sub-continent, this is the film's first-ever release on DVD.
Who’s in it. Partition stars Roshan Seth, Zia Mohyeddin, Zohra Sehgal and Saeed Jaffrey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Partition has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Partition page.
If you liked it. Fans of Partition tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Partition (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Partition change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Partition worth watching?
- Partition holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and liebesfilm. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Partition?
- Partition stars Roshan Seth, Zia Mohyeddin, Zohra Sehgal, Saeed Jaffrey and John Shrapnel.
- When was Partition released?
- Partition was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.