Waiting (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 2016, Waiting is a comedy and drama film directed by Anu Menon, running about 92 minutes. “Live, Love, Laugh” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. While visiting his comatose wife in the hospital, a serene old professor befriends a vibrant young woman whose husband has also fallen into a coma.
Who’s in it. Waiting stars Naseeruddin Shah as Shiv Kumar, Kalki Koechlin as Tara Deshpande, Rajat Kapoor as Dr. Nirupam and Suhasini Maniratnam as Pankaja, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Waiting has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Waiting page.
If you liked it. Fans of Waiting tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Waiting (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Waiting change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Waiting worth watching?
- Waiting holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Waiting?
- Waiting stars Naseeruddin Shah, Kalki Koechlin, Rajat Kapoor, Suhasini Maniratnam and Krishna Shankar.
- When was Waiting released?
- Waiting was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.