My Son the Fanatic (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1997, My Son the Fanatic is a comedy and drama film directed by Udayan Prasad, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Pakistani taxi-driver Parvez and prostitute Bettina find themselves trapped in the middle when Islamic fundamentalists decide to clean up their local town.
Who’s in it. My Son the Fanatic stars Om Puri as Parvez, Rachel Griffiths as Bettina / Sandra, Akbar Kurtha as Farid and Stellan Skarsgård as Schitz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, My Son the Fanatic has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $408.3K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Son the Fanatic page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Son the Fanatic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Son the Fanatic (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Son the Fanatic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Son the Fanatic worth watching?
- My Son the Fanatic holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Son the Fanatic?
- My Son the Fanatic stars Om Puri, Rachel Griffiths, Akbar Kurtha, Stellan Skarsgård and Sarah-Jane Potts.
- When was My Son the Fanatic released?
- My Son the Fanatic was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.