Nagin (1976): cast, story & where to watch

1976 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 1976, Nagin is a thriller, fantasy, horror and music film directed by Rajkumar Kohli, running about 180 minutes.

What it’s about. A male and a female in their human forms are in love with each other. When the male turns back into a snake, he is shot by a member of a hunting party, who thought the snake was going to attack the woman. Enraged at the brutal killing of her beloved; the female snake begins to take revenge on the six involved, killing them one by one after assuming the form of a human.

Who’s in it. Nagin stars Rekha as Sunita, Jeetendra as Nag (male serpent), Reena Roy as Nagin (female serpent) and Feroz Khan as Raj, among others.

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

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nagin page.

If you liked it. Fans of Nagin tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Nagin (1976)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nagin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Nagin worth watching?
Nagin holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, fantasy, horror and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Nagin?
Nagin stars Rekha, Jeetendra, Reena Roy, Feroz Khan and Kabir Bedi.
When was Nagin released?
Nagin was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.