Esthappan (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1980, Esthappan is a drama film directed by Govindan Aravindan, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Esthappan is a fisherman, who lives in a seashore colony. His story unfolds through narrations by other fishermen about his miraculous acts. Through the contradictory statements of these people, a mystical figure of Esthappan unfolds.
Who’s in it. Esthappan stars Rajan Kakkanadan as Esthappan, N L Balakrishnan, Karamana Janardanan Nair and Jose, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Esthappan has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Esthappan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Esthappan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Esthappan (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Esthappan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Esthappan worth watching?
- Esthappan holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Esthappan?
- Esthappan stars Rajan Kakkanadan, N L Balakrishnan, Karamana Janardanan Nair, Jose and Gemini Ganesan.
- When was Esthappan released?
- Esthappan was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.