Handaya (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1979, Handaya is a family and drama film directed by Titus Thotawatte, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Sooppuwa, a young boy is unhappy with Sena, who has been given the responsibility of looking after Handaya, the horse. To avenge Sena, Sooppuwa and his gang attack him and kidnap his brother Chutte. Sena is challenged in a horse race, where he emerges a winner in spite of many obstacles.
Who’s in it. Handaya stars Dharshana Panangala as Ukkuwa, Gemunu Wijesuriya as Abaran, Henry Jayasena as Mr. Perera and Daya Alwis as Commentator box viewer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Handaya has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Handaya page.
If you liked it. Fans of Handaya tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Handaya (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Handaya change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Handaya worth watching?
- Handaya holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Handaya?
- Handaya stars Dharshana Panangala, Gemunu Wijesuriya, Henry Jayasena, Daya Alwis and Jayalath Manoratne.
- When was Handaya released?
- Handaya was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.