Stephen (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2025, Stephen is a thriller and mystery film directed by Mithun, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. A psychiatrist evaluating a self-confessed serial killer unravels a twisted web of trauma, deceit, and psychological manipulation—only to question if the killer is truly guilty or just another victim in a larger, darker game.
Who’s in it. Stephen stars Gomathi Shankar as Stephen, Smruthi Venkat as Seema, Michael Thangadurai as Michael Thangadurai and Vijayashree as Stephen's Mom, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Stephen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Stephen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Stephen tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Stephen (2025)?
- In US, Stephen is available to stream on Netflix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Stephen worth watching?
- Stephen holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Stephen?
- Stephen stars Gomathi Shankar, Smruthi Venkat, Michael Thangadurai, Vijayashree and Kuberan.
- When was Stephen released?
- Stephen was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.