Bombay Talkie (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1970, Bombay Talkie is a drama and romance film directed by James Ivory, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. An English novelist travels to Bombay to watch one of her novels translated to film. She chases after the movie's leading man while the screenwriter chases after her.
Who’s in it. Bombay Talkie stars Shashi Kapoor as Vikram, Jennifer Kendal as Lucia Lane, Zia Mohyeddin as Hari and Aparna Sen as Mala, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Bombay Talkie has proved divisive with 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 Bombay Talkie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bombay Talkie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bombay Talkie (1970)?
- In US, Bombay Talkie is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bombay Talkie worth watching?
- Bombay Talkie holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bombay Talkie?
- Bombay Talkie stars Shashi Kapoor, Jennifer Kendal, Zia Mohyeddin, Aparna Sen and Utpal Dutt.
- When was Bombay Talkie released?
- Bombay Talkie was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.