The Trap (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 2014, The Trap is a drama film directed by Jayaraj, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. Ottaal (The Trap) is an adaptation of one of Anton Chekhov's timeless works, Vanka. A story of the 18th century, but one that has traveled the time and space to be retold in the present day at a small village in the South of India. Kuttappayi, a young boy, is miserable and desperate as he starts writing a letter to his grandfather from a place, dim and dark. Kuttappayi's recollections takes us to the picturesque locations of Kuttanad, where Kuttappayi and his grandpa, Valiyappachayi, are arriving with their ducks. The village is as pleasant as it can be even though what brings him there is the death of his dearest parents. With hope and freedom, he is about to start his life afresh among the village's letter-less postman, the nameless dog, the rich lad, Tinku and many more.
Who’s in it. The Trap stars Ashanth K. Shah as Kuttappayi, Kumarakom Vasudevan as Vallyappachayi, Shine Tom Chacko as Mesthiri and Hafis Muhammed as Tinku, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, The Trap has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Trap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Trap tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trap (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Trap worth watching?
- The Trap holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Trap?
- The Trap stars Ashanth K. Shah, Kumarakom Vasudevan, Shine Tom Chacko, Hafis Muhammed and Sabita Jayaraj.
- When was The Trap released?
- The Trap was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.