Pather Panchali (1955)
Pather Panchali is streaming in India on Amazon Prime Video, VI movies and tv.
The verdict
Pather Panchali stands out as one of the better-rated Bengali films around at the moment. It carries a 7.8/10 on TMDB across 508 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 125 minutes. In India you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, VI movies and tv.
Should you spend 2h 5m on it?
2h 5m of Bengali drama, leaning history. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- Currently 7.8/10 from 508 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
Impoverished priest Harihar Ray, dreaming of a better life for himself and his family, leaves his rural Bengal village in search of work. Alone, his wife, Sarbojaya, looks after her rebellious daughter, Durga, and her young son, Apu, as well as Harihar's elderly aunt Indir. The children enjoy the small pleasures of their difficult life, while their parents suffer the daily indignities heaped upon them.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 5m |
| Genre | Drama / History |
| 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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