Nommara 17 (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film
Released in 1989, Nommara 17 is an action and drama film directed by Hemasiri Sellapperuma, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Nommara 17 (Sinhala: නොම්මර 17) is a 1989 Sri Lankan Sinhala action thriller film directed by Hemasiri Sellapperuma and produced by Preethiraj Weeraratne for Weeraratne Enterprises. It stars Vijaya Kumaratunga, Sanath Gunathilake and Jeewan Kumaranatunga in lead roles along with Mervyn Jayathunga, Freddie Silva and Sabeetha Perera. The music was composed by Ernest Soysa. It is the 691st film in the Sinhala cinema. The film was screened after the assassination of lead actor Vijaya Kumaratunga, which influenced the fans to come and watch his famous movie star for the last time on the silver screen. Thus recorded as one of the huge blockbuster hit in Sinhala cinema, which also won Sarasaviya Award as well. It successfully passed 200 days at theatres.
Who’s in it. Nommara 17 stars Vijaya Kumaratunga as Vijaya, Sanath Gunathilake as Naatha, Jeevan Kumaratunga as Inspector Mahesh and Sabeetha Perera as Vasanthi / Mrs Sabarathnam, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nommara 17 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nommara 17 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nommara 17 (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nommara 17 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Nommara 17?
- Nommara 17 stars Vijaya Kumaratunga, Sanath Gunathilake, Jeevan Kumaratunga, Sabeetha Perera and Wilson Karu.
- When was Nommara 17 released?
- Nommara 17 was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.