The Desolate Beach (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1963, The Desolate Beach is a drama film directed by Tapan Sinha, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. A writer meets five widows on a train to Puri. As the six lives begin to intertwine, the theme of the taboos of widowhood emerge; but so, too, does a philosophy of life and hope for the future. The performers collectively won Best Actress at India's National Film Awards in 1964.
Who’s in it. The Desolate Beach stars Anil Chatterjee as Narrator, Bharati Devi, Chhaya Devi as Sejdi and Sharmila Tagore as Renu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Desolate Beach has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Desolate Beach page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Desolate Beach tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Desolate Beach (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Desolate Beach change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Desolate Beach worth watching?
- The Desolate Beach holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Desolate Beach?
- The Desolate Beach stars Anil Chatterjee, Bharati Devi, Chhaya Devi, Sharmila Tagore and Ruma Guha Thakurta.
- When was The Desolate Beach released?
- The Desolate Beach was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.