Shankar Dada (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film
Released in 1976, Shankar Dada is a notable film directed by Shibu Mitra, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. An honest police officer's life is shattered when he refuses to be corrupted in this crime drama from India. After Amar Singh (Pran) rebuffs gangster Babubhai's (Anwar Hussain) attempt to buy him off, he's subsequently framed for murder and sentenced to a long prison term. While he serves his time, his family falls apart and his wife and sons are separated. When Amar finally leaves jail, he's a different person -- an angry man driven by revenge.
Who’s in it. Shankar Dada stars Shashi Kapoor as Shankar, Ashok Kumar as Superintendent, Neetu Singh and Pran as Police Inspector Amar Singh, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shankar Dada page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shankar Dada (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shankar Dada change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Shankar Dada?
- Shankar Dada stars Shashi Kapoor, Ashok Kumar, Neetu Singh, Pran and Anwar Hussain.
- When was Shankar Dada released?
- Shankar Dada was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.