Datta (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1951, Datta is a drama film directed by Soumen Mukhopadhyay, running about 127 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is a romantic story about a wealthy Brahmo woman and a poor but intelligent Hindu man. It explores their growing love despite societal obstacles. Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, combines humor with serious themes and social commentary, creating a timeless story that respects women.
Who’s in it. Datta stars Sunanda Banerjee as Bijoya Ray, Ahindra Choudhury as Rashbehari, Manoranjan Bhattacharya as Dayal and Purnendu Mukherjee as Naren, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Datta 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 Datta page.
If you liked it. Fans of Datta tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Datta (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Datta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Datta worth watching?
- Datta holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Datta?
- Datta stars Sunanda Banerjee, Ahindra Choudhury, Manoranjan Bhattacharya, Purnendu Mukherjee and Anubha Gupta.
- When was Datta released?
- Datta was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.