Calcutta Mail (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 3.7

Calcutta Mail poster

Released in 2003, Calcutta Mail is an action, thriller and mystery film directed by Sudhir Mishra, running about 127 minutes. “Avinash comes to a city where everyone wants to kill him.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Avinash(Anil Kapoor) went to Calcutta for no reason. After meeting with Reema (Rani Mukherjee), he starts having flashbacks about his past and his son. His inquiries take him to Bombay via the Calcutta Mail, and this is where he will find out whether his son is alive or not, or he has been trapped.

Who’s in it. Calcutta Mail stars Anil Kapoor as Avinash, Rani Mukerji as Bulbul, Manisha Koirala as Sanjana and Rajendra Sethi as Shankar Paswaan.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, Calcutta Mail has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Calcutta Mail page.

If you liked it. Fans of Calcutta Mail 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 Calcutta Mail (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Calcutta Mail change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Calcutta Mail worth watching?
Calcutta Mail holds an audience score of 3.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Calcutta Mail?
Calcutta Mail stars Anil Kapoor, Rani Mukerji, Manisha Koirala and Rajendra Sethi.
When was Calcutta Mail released?
Calcutta Mail was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.