Ethir Neechal (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1968, Ethir Neechal is a comedy, drama, family and romance film directed by K. Balachander, running about 165 minutes.
What it’s about. Maadhu, an orphan who lives under the staircase of a building, runs errands for everyone who lives there in return for shelter and food. He is exploited by everyone who lives there until he falls for a girl who moves into the building.
Who’s in it. Ethir Neechal stars Nagesh as Madhu, R. Muthuraman as Nair, Sowcar Janaki as Pattu and Jayanthi as Paru, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Ethir Neechal sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ethir Neechal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ethir Neechal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ethir Neechal (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ethir Neechal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ethir Neechal worth watching?
- Ethir Neechal holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, family and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ethir Neechal?
- Ethir Neechal stars Nagesh, R. Muthuraman, Sowcar Janaki, Jayanthi and Major Sundarrajan.
- When was Ethir Neechal released?
- Ethir Neechal was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 165 minutes.