Siddhartha (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1972, Siddhartha is a drama and mystery film directed by Conrad Rooks, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Siddhartha is the story of a young Brahmin and his search for a meaningful way of life. His journey takes him through periods of harsh asceticism, sensual pleasures, material wealth, self-revulsion and eventually to the oneness and harmony that he had been seeking. The story is based on the best-selling novel by German Nobel Prize winner Hermann Hesse.
Who’s in it. Siddhartha stars Shashi Kapoor as Siddartha, Simi Garewal as Kamala, Romesh Sharma as Govinda and Zul Vellani as Vasudeva, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Siddhartha has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Siddhartha page.
If you liked it. Fans of Siddhartha tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Siddhartha (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Siddhartha change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Siddhartha worth watching?
- Siddhartha holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Siddhartha?
- Siddhartha stars Shashi Kapoor, Simi Garewal, Romesh Sharma, Zul Vellani and Amrik Singh.
- When was Siddhartha released?
- Siddhartha was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.