Special 26 (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2013, Special 26 is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Neeraj Pandey, running about 144 minutes. “Real power resides within the heart” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the early 1980s in India, a group of con artists rob well-known businessmen and politicians by posing as officers of the Central Bureau of Intelligence or income tax officials. The gang stages fake raids during which they steal great amounts of money from their targets.
Who’s in it. Special 26 stars Akshay Kumar as Ajay Singh, Jimmy Shergill as Senior Inspector Ranvir Singh, Manoj Bajpayee as CBI Officer Wasim Khan and Anupam Kher as P.K Sharma (Sharmaji), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Special 26 has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $18M 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 Special 26 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Special 26 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Special 26 (2013)?
- In US, Special 26 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 Special 26 worth watching?
- Special 26 holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Special 26?
- Special 26 stars Akshay Kumar, Jimmy Shergill, Manoj Bajpayee, Anupam Kher and Kajal Agarwal.
- When was Special 26 released?
- Special 26 was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 144 minutes.