Like Stars on Earth (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2007, Like Stars on Earth is a drama film directed by Aamir Khan, running about 162 minutes. “Every child is special.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ishaan Awasthi is an eight-year-old whose world is filled with wonders that no one else seems to appreciate. Colours, fish, dogs, and kites don't seem important to the adults, who are much more interested in things like homework, marks, and neatness. Ishaan cannot seem to get anything right in class; he is then sent to boarding school, where his life changes forever.
Who’s in it. Like Stars on Earth stars Darsheel Safary as Ishaan Nandkishore Awasthi, Aamir Khan as Ram Shankar Nikumbh, Tisca Chopra as Maya Awasthi and Vipin Sharma as Nandkishore Awasthi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Like Stars on Earth sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $28.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Like Stars on Earth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Like Stars on Earth tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Like Stars on Earth (2007)?
- In US, Like Stars on Earth is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Like Stars on Earth worth watching?
- Like Stars on Earth holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Like Stars on Earth?
- Like Stars on Earth stars Darsheel Safary, Aamir Khan, Tisca Chopra, Vipin Sharma and Tanay Chheda.
- When was Like Stars on Earth released?
- Like Stars on Earth was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 162 minutes.