Magaadu (1976): cast, story & where to watch

1976 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1976, Magaadu is a crime, action and drama film directed by S D Lal, running about 151 minutes.

What it’s about. Two brothers are raised amidst difficulties, but one becomes a cop while the other takes to crime and becomes a gangster. Fate puts them against each other, which leads to disastrous consequences. It is a remake of Hindi film Deewaar (1975).

Who’s in it. Magaadu stars N.T. Rama Rao as Vijay Varma, Ramakrishna as Ravi Varma, Manjula Vijayakumar as Anita and Latha Sethupathi as Geetha, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Magaadu has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Magaadu page.

If you liked it. Fans of Magaadu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Magaadu (1976)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Magaadu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Magaadu worth watching?
Magaadu holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime, action and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Magaadu?
Magaadu stars N.T. Rama Rao, Ramakrishna, Manjula Vijayakumar, Latha Sethupathi and Kanta Rao.
When was Magaadu released?
Magaadu was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 151 minutes.