The Bengali Night (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1988, The Bengali Night is a drama film directed by Nicolas Klotz, running about 153 minutes. “Forbidden love... unspoken passion” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Allan is an engineer working in 1930s Calcutta. He is invited to stay with the family of his boss, Narendra Sen which includes his wife, Indira and daughter Gayatri. Gayatri and Allan become romantically involved leading to tragedy.
Who’s in it. The Bengali Night stars Hugh Grant as Allan, Shabana Azmi as Indira Sen, John Hurt as Lucien Metz and Soumitra Chatterjee as Narendra Sen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Bengali Night has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $80.9K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bengali Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bengali Night tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bengali Night (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bengali Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bengali Night worth watching?
- The Bengali Night holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Bengali Night?
- The Bengali Night stars Hugh Grant, Shabana Azmi, John Hurt, Soumitra Chatterjee and Anne Brochet.
- When was The Bengali Night released?
- The Bengali Night was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 153 minutes.