The Householder (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1963, The Householder is a drama film directed by James Ivory, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Follows the fortunes of a young teacher, Prem, who isn't ready to take on the responsibilities of his arranged marriage.
Who’s in it. The Householder stars Shashi Kapoor as Prem Sagar, Leela Naidu as Indu, Durga Khote and Pahadi Sanyal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Householder 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 The Householder page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Householder tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Householder (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Householder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Householder worth watching?
- The Householder holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Householder?
- The Householder stars Shashi Kapoor, Leela Naidu, Durga Khote, Pahadi Sanyal and Achala Sachdev.
- When was The Householder released?
- The Householder was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.