The Adversary (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1970, The Adversary is a drama and romance film directed by Satyajit Ray, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Siddhartho Chowdhury, a brilliant medical student, is forced to leave his studies after his father's sudden demise. He is forced to navigate the high unemployment rate and the communist socio-political climate of 1960s Calcutta in search of a job.
Who’s in it. The Adversary stars Dhritiman Chatterjee as Siddhartha Chaudhuri, Krishna Bose as Sutapa, Indira Devi as Sarojini and Kalyan Chatterjee as Shiben, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Adversary has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Adversary page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Adversary tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Adversary (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Adversary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Adversary worth watching?
- The Adversary holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Adversary?
- The Adversary stars Dhritiman Chatterjee, Krishna Bose, Indira Devi, Kalyan Chatterjee and Jayasree Kabir.
- When was The Adversary released?
- The Adversary was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.