Aakrosh (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1980, Aakrosh is a drama film directed by Govind Nihalani, running about 144 minutes. “Cry of the Wounded” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Allegedly based on a true incident reported on page 7 of a local newspaper, the film was a scathing satire on the corruption in the judicial system and the victimization of the underprivileged by the able and the powerful.
Who’s in it. Aakrosh stars Naseeruddin Shah as Bhaskar Kulkarni, Om Puri as Lahanya Bhiku, Smita Patil as Nagi Bhiku and Amrish Puri as Dushane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Aakrosh has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Brew. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Aakrosh page.
If you liked it. Fans of Aakrosh tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Aakrosh (1980)?
- In US, Aakrosh is available to stream on Brew. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Aakrosh worth watching?
- Aakrosh holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Aakrosh?
- Aakrosh stars Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Smita Patil, Amrish Puri and Mohan Agashe.
- When was Aakrosh released?
- Aakrosh was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 144 minutes.