Joker (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 2012, Joker is a comedy and science fiction film directed by Shirish Kunder, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1947 when the maps of India and Pakistan were being drawn, an oversight ensured that the village of Paglapur didn't find a place in either country. Over 60 years later, Paglapur is isolated, and in need of help. The residents seek help, but as a direct result of being left off the map, they find noone willing to accept Paglapur, and its problems, as their jurisdiction. The villagers decide they need to draw media attention to Paglapur, and in so doing, gain acceptance and help from those who had previously denied them.
Who’s in it. Joker stars Akshay Kumar as Agastya, Sonakshi Sinha as Manali, Shreyas Talpade as Babban and Minissha Lamba as Saniya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Joker has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Joker page.
If you liked it. Fans of Joker tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Joker (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Joker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Joker worth watching?
- Joker holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Joker?
- Joker stars Akshay Kumar, Sonakshi Sinha, Shreyas Talpade, Minissha Lamba and Sanjay Mishra.
- When was Joker released?
- Joker was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.