Mera Naam Joker (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1970, Mera Naam Joker is a drama and romance film directed by Raj Kapoor, running about 248 minutes. “The Show Must Go On...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Raju faces many hurdles and disappointments in matters of the heart throughout his life. But as a clown in a circus, he tries to make his audience laugh at the cost of his own sorrows. Along the way, Raju loves and loses, but must always keep a smile on his face because, in the words of his circus manager, "The show must go on."
Who’s in it. Mera Naam Joker stars Raj Kapoor as Raju, Rishi Kapoor as Young Raju, Dharmendra as Mahender Kumar and Manoj Kumar as David, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Mera Naam Joker has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In AU you can stream it on Zee5. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mera Naam Joker page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mera Naam Joker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mera Naam Joker (1970)?
- In AU, Mera Naam Joker is available to stream on Zee5. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mera Naam Joker worth watching?
- Mera Naam Joker holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mera Naam Joker?
- Mera Naam Joker stars Raj Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor, Dharmendra, Manoj Kumar and Simi Garewal.
- When was Mera Naam Joker released?
- Mera Naam Joker was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 248 minutes.