Kunjali Marakkar (1967): cast, story & where to watch

1967 · Film · ★ 7.5

Kunjali Marakkar poster

Released in 1967, Kunjali Marakkar is an action and history film directed by S S Rajan, running about 147 minutes.

What it’s about. Tells the story of the legendary 16th century naval captain Mohammed, a brave warrior and merchant supported the Samoodiri in his fight against the Portuguese. The Samoodiri honoured Mohammed by making him his naval chief and renaming him ‘Kunjali Marakkar'

Who’s in it. Kunjali Marakkar stars Kottarakkara Sreedharan Nair as Kunjali Marakkar, Prem Nazir as Antonio/ Narayana Nair, Sukumari and P J Antony as Zamorin’s nephew, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Kunjali Marakkar 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 Kunjali Marakkar page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kunjali Marakkar tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kunjali Marakkar (1967)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kunjali Marakkar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kunjali Marakkar worth watching?
Kunjali Marakkar holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Kunjali Marakkar?
Kunjali Marakkar stars Kottarakkara Sreedharan Nair, Prem Nazir, Sukumari, P J Antony and Kuthiravattam Pappu.
When was Kunjali Marakkar released?
Kunjali Marakkar was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 147 minutes.