Satyagraha (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1983, Satyagraha is a notable film directed by Hugo Käch, running about 168 minutes.
What it’s about. This luminous, visionary opera tells the story of how Mahatma Gandhi developed the philosophy of satyagraha, nonviolent active resistance, as a political revolutionary tool to fight oppression, connecting his lifework to three historical figures who advanced his philosophy: the celebrated Russian writer Leo Tolstoy, the great Indian poet and philosopher Rabindranath Tagore and the heroic American civil rights leader Martin Luther King. The libretto is comprised of passages from “The Bhagavad-Gita,” India’s greatest philosophical epic, and perfectly complements Glass’ ravishing score, mysteriously transporting the audience with a serene power and an all-encompassing sense of peace.
Who’s in it. Satyagraha stars Leo Goeke as Gandhi 1, Ralf Harster as Gandhi 2, Helmut Danninger as Gandhi 3 and Inga Nielsen as Schlesen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Satyagraha sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Satyagraha page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Satyagraha (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Satyagraha change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Satyagraha worth watching?
- Satyagraha holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Satyagraha?
- Satyagraha stars Leo Goeke, Ralf Harster, Helmut Danninger, Inga Nielsen and Elke Estlinbaum.
- When was Satyagraha released?
- Satyagraha was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 168 minutes.