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Herbert (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 2005, Herbert is a drama film directed by Suman Mukhopadhyay, running about 142 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on Nabarun Bhattacharyas novel of the same name which won the highest literary prize in India in 1997, Suman Mukhopadhyays debut feature Herbert is a deeply moving and artistically accomplished motion picture full of profound laughter, pathos, and humanity.

Who’s in it. Herbert stars Subhasish Mukherjee as Herbert, Lily Chakravarty as Jyathaima, Kabir Suman and Bratya Basu as Dhanna, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Herbert has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In IN you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Herbert page.

If you liked it. Fans of Herbert tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Herbert (2005)?
In IN, Herbert is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Herbert worth watching?
Herbert holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Herbert?
Herbert stars Subhasish Mukherjee, Lily Chakravarty, Kabir Suman, Bratya Basu and Sujan Mukherjee.
When was Herbert released?
Herbert was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.