Pagal (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1940, Pagal is a notable film directed by Abdul Rashid Kardar, running about 142 minutes.
What it’s about. A psychiatrist spirals into madness after being tricked into marrying the wrong sister. When his obsession with her sibling grows, he uses his medical authority to turn her insane and imprison her within his own asylum.
Who’s in it. Pagal stars Prithviraj Kapoor as Dr. Vasant, Madhuri as Parvati, Khatun as Chhaya and Sitara Devi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Pagal 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 Pagal page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pagal (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pagal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pagal worth watching?
- Pagal holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Pagal?
- Pagal stars Prithviraj Kapoor, Madhuri, Khatun, Sitara Devi and Trilok Kapoor.
- When was Pagal released?
- Pagal was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.