Holy Crime (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 1936, Holy Crime is a drama film directed by Vinayak Damodar Karnataki, running about 150 minutes.
What it’s about. A celebrated melodrama. A bank employee who steals money to buy medicine for his dying wife is caught, jailed and dies of shame.
Who’s in it. Holy Crime stars Vinayak Damodar Karnataki as Prakash, Leela Chitnis as Chhaya, Indira Wadkar and Baburao Pendharkar as Dr. Atal.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Holy Crime 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 Holy Crime page.
If you liked it. Fans of Holy Crime tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Holy Crime (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Holy Crime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Holy Crime worth watching?
- Holy Crime holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Holy Crime?
- Holy Crime stars Vinayak Damodar Karnataki, Leela Chitnis, Indira Wadkar and Baburao Pendharkar.
- When was Holy Crime released?
- Holy Crime was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.