Sathya Harishchandra (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1965, Sathya Harishchandra is a drama and history film directed by Hunsur Krishnamurthy, running about 172 minutes.
What it’s about. This movie is based on the great poet Raghavanka's 'Harishchandra Kavya'. Satya Harishchandra is an epic based on the mythological King Raja Harishchandra who was renowned for upholding truth under any circumstance. So much is his resolve that Harishchandra and his family are sold into bondage and separated.
Who’s in it. Sathya Harishchandra stars Dr. Rajkumar as Raja Harishchandra, Pandari Bai as Chandramathi, Udaykumar as Vishvamitra and T. R. Narasimharaju as Nakshatrika, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Sathya Harishchandra 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 Sathya Harishchandra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sathya Harishchandra tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sathya Harishchandra (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sathya Harishchandra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sathya Harishchandra worth watching?
- Sathya Harishchandra holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sathya Harishchandra?
- Sathya Harishchandra stars Dr. Rajkumar, Pandari Bai, Udaykumar, T. R. Narasimharaju and M. P. Shankar.
- When was Sathya Harishchandra released?
- Sathya Harishchandra was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 172 minutes.