Aparajito (1956)
Aparajito is streaming in India on Amazon Prime Video, VI movies and tv.
The verdict
Aparajito stands out as one of the better-rated Bengali films around at the moment. It holds a 7.8/10 on TMDB from 301 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It runs a manageable 110 minutes. In India you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, VI movies and tv.
Should you spend 1h 50m on it?
1h 50m of Bengali drama, not one for younger kids. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- It rates 7.8/10 on 301 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
Apu and his family have moved away from the country to live in the bustling holy city of Benares. As he progresses from wide-eyed child to intellectually curious teenager, eventually studying in Kolkata, we witness his academic and moral education, as well as the growing complexity of his relationship with his mother.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 50m |
| Watch with family? | UA · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Bengali |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Satyajit Ray
Cast
Where to watch in India
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-19 — platforms may change over time.
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