Maqbool (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2003, Maqbool is an action, drama and crime film directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, running about 132 minutes.
What it’s about. The Scottish tragedy 'Macbeth' set in the contemporary underworld of India's commercial capital; two corrupt, fortune telling policemen take the roles of the weird sisters, and "Duncan" is Abbaji, the head of a crime family.
Who’s in it. Maqbool stars Irrfan Khan as Maqbool Miyan, Tabu as Nimmi, Naseeruddin Shah as Inspector Purohit and Pankaj Kapur as Jahangir "Abbaji" Khan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Maqbool has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maqbool page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maqbool tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maqbool (2003)?
- In US, Maqbool is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Maqbool worth watching?
- Maqbool holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Maqbool?
- Maqbool stars Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur and Om Puri.
- When was Maqbool released?
- Maqbool was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.