Kodungallooramma (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 10

Kodungallooramma poster

Released in 1968, Kodungallooramma is a history and drama film directed by Kunchacko, running about 135 minutes.

What it’s about. Kodungallooramma is a 1968 Indian Malayalam-language film, directed and produced by Kunchacko. The film stars Prem Nazir, K. R. Vijaya, Adoor Bhasi and Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair. It was based on the Tamil poem Chilappathikaram by Ilango Adigal and also tells the story of Kodungallur Bhagavathy Temple, where the leading deity is also considered as Kannaki, the heroine of Chilappathikaram. The film had musical score by K. Raghavan.

Who’s in it. Kodungallooramma stars Prem Nazir as Kovalan, K R Vijaya as Kannaki, Adoor Bhasi as Chinese Merchant and Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair as Kovalan's Father, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Kodungallooramma 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 Kodungallooramma page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kodungallooramma tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kodungallooramma (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kodungallooramma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kodungallooramma worth watching?
Kodungallooramma holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Kodungallooramma?
Kodungallooramma stars Prem Nazir, K R Vijaya, Adoor Bhasi, Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair and Jose Prakash.
When was Kodungallooramma released?
Kodungallooramma was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.