Nayakan (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1987, Nayakan is an action, drama and crime film directed by Mani Ratnam, running about 156 minutes. “The Hero” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Velu Naicker, who witnesses the brutal murder of his father, kills a corrupt policeman and escapes to Mumbai, only to become a gangster.
Who’s in it. Nayakan stars Kamal Haasan as Sakthivel 'Velu' Naicker, Saranya Ponvannan as Neela, Janagaraj as Selvam and Karthika as Charumati, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Nayakan has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nayakan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nayakan 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 Nayakan (1987)?
- In US, Nayakan is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Nayakan worth watching?
- Nayakan holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Nayakan?
- Nayakan stars Kamal Haasan, Saranya Ponvannan, Janagaraj, Karthika and Vijayan.
- When was Nayakan released?
- Nayakan was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 156 minutes.