Sapera (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1939, Sapera is a horror film directed by Debaki Bose, running about 128 minutes.
What it’s about. Adapted from a story by Kazi Nazrul Islam this film concerns love and revenge among a tribe of snake charmers led by Jahar (Nawab) who is searching for his 100th poisonous snake so as to show how he can magically cure its deadly bite.
Who’s in it. Sapera stars Pahadi Sanyal as Jhumro, Kanan Devi as Chandan, Krishna Chandra Dey and Menaka Devi as Moutushi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Sapera 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 Sapera page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sapera tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sapera (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sapera change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sapera worth watching?
- Sapera holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sapera?
- Sapera stars Pahadi Sanyal, Kanan Devi, Krishna Chandra Dey, Menaka Devi and Shyam Laha.
- When was Sapera released?
- Sapera was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.