Villain (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2017, Villain is an action, thriller and crime film directed by B. Unnikrishnan, running about 143 minutes. “Good is Bad” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. ADGP Mathew Manjooran, returns to work after a seven-month sabbatical, only to take voluntary retirement. His last day has him investigating a case involving triple murder, including a police officer. Soon a pattern emerges and each clue also links Mathew. How is the veteran police officer tied to the murders and who is the real villain?
Who’s in it. Villain stars Mohanlal as Mathew Manjooran, Vishal Krishna as Sakthiveli Palaniswami, Hansika Motwani as Sreya and Manju Warrier as Neelima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Villain has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Sun Nxt. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Villain page.
If you liked it. Fans of Villain 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 Villain (2017)?
- In US, Villain is available to stream on Sun Nxt. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Villain worth watching?
- Villain holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Villain?
- Villain stars Mohanlal, Vishal Krishna, Hansika Motwani, Manju Warrier and Athira Patel.
- When was Villain released?
- Villain was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 143 minutes.