Ek Tha Tiger (2016)
▸ Decent one-time watch
Ek Tha Tiger is streaming in the UAE on Netflix.
The verdict
Ek Tha Tiger sits squarely in the middle of the pack — watchable, and just as easily forgettable. It carries a 6.2/10 on TMDB across 227 ratings — squarely mid-table. It clocks in at a standard 133 minutes. In the UAE you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 2h 13m on it?
2h 13m of Hindi action with thriller threaded through. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- 6.2/10 across 227 ratings — a middling reception, so this one depends on whether the premise appeals to you.
- Skip if
- you want a slower, character-led story
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
A top Indian agent is sent to observe the actions of a scientist but the mission complicates when he falls in love with the scientist's Pakistani caretaker.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 13m |
| Genre | Action / Thriller |
| Language | Hindi |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Kabir Khan
Cast
Salman Khan
Avinash Singh 'Tiger' Rathore
Katrina Kaif
Zoya 'Zee' Humaini
Girish Karnad
Shenoy
Ranvir Shorey
Gopi Arya
Gavie Chahal
Captain Abrar
Roshan Seth
Anwar Jamal Kidwai
Where to watch in the UAE
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreApple TV Store
Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Ek Tha Tiger worth watching?
Decent one-time watch. It rates 6.2/10 on audience ratings. 2h 13m of Hindi action with thriller threaded through. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
Where can I watch Ek Tha Tiger?
You can stream Ek Tha Tiger in the UAE on Netflix.
When is Ek Tha Tiger releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
Ek Tha Tiger is already streaming in the UAE on Netflix.
What language is Ek Tha Tiger in?
Ek Tha Tiger is a Hindi film (Action / Thriller).