Firaaq (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2009, Firaaq is a drama film directed by Nandita Das, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Firaaq is an Urdu word that means both separation and quest. The film is a work of fiction, based on a thousand stories. The story is set over a 24-hour period, one month after a campaign that took place in Gujarat, India, in 2002. It traces the emotional journey of ordinary people- some who were victims, some perpetrators and some who choose to watch silently.
Who’s in it. Firaaq stars Naseeruddin Shah as Khan Sahab, Paresh Rawal as Sanjay, Inaamulhaq as Munna and Nassar as Grave digger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Firaaq has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Brew and rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Firaaq page.
If you liked it. Fans of Firaaq tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Firaaq (2009)?
- In US, Firaaq is available to stream on Brew, and rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Firaaq worth watching?
- Firaaq 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 Firaaq?
- Firaaq stars Naseeruddin Shah, Paresh Rawal, Inaamulhaq, Nassar and Shahana Goswami.
- When was Firaaq released?
- Firaaq was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.