Raja Harishchandra (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1913, Raja Harishchandra is a history and drama film directed by Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, running about 40 minutes.
What it’s about. Revolves around the noble and righteous king, Harishchandra, who first sacrifices his kingdom, followed by his wife and eventually his children to honor his promise to the sage Vishwamitra.
Who’s in it. Raja Harishchandra stars D.D. Dabke as Raja Harishchandra, P.G. Sane as Taramati, Bhalachandra D. Phalke as Rohitas and G.V. Sane as Vishwamitra, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Raja Harishchandra has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Raja Harishchandra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Raja Harishchandra tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Raja Harishchandra (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Raja Harishchandra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Raja Harishchandra worth watching?
- Raja Harishchandra holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Raja Harishchandra?
- Raja Harishchandra stars D.D. Dabke, P.G. Sane, Bhalachandra D. Phalke, G.V. Sane and Dattatreya Kshirsagar.
- When was Raja Harishchandra released?
- Raja Harishchandra was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 40 minutes.