Tamas (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Series · ★ 9.5
Released in 1988, Tamas is a drama series.
What it’s about. Based on the novel by Bhisham Sahni, Tamas is an epic drama set against the backdrop of riot-stricken North India on the eve of Partition in 1947. Nathu, an outcast, is hired to kill a pig, whose carcass he’s later appalled to find in front of the mosque. A riot follows and, ridden with guilt, Nathu takes his ailing mother and pregnant wife and leaves town.
Who’s in it. Tamas stars Om Puri as Nathu, Deepa Sahi as Kammo, Uttara Baokar as Jasbir and Amrish Puri as Sardar Teja Singh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.5/10, Tamas sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tamas page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tamas tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tamas (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tamas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tamas worth watching?
- Tamas holds an audience score of 9.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tamas?
- Tamas stars Om Puri, Deepa Sahi, Uttara Baokar, Amrish Puri and A.K. Hangal.
- When was Tamas released?
- Tamas was released in 1988.