Aparajito (1956)
Kernel Score: 87% · 279 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 1956-10-11
Runtime: 110 minutes
Where to watch Aparajito
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
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Director
Cast
- Karuna Banerjee as Sarbojaya Ray
- Santi Gupta as Ginnima
- Ranibala as Teliginni
- Sudipta Roy as Nirupama
- Keya Sengupta
- Kamala Adhikari as Mokshada
- Saraswati Pandey
- Kanu Bannerjee as Harihar Ray
- Smaran Ghosal as Teenage Apurba "Apu" Kumar Ray
- Pinaki Sengupta as Young Apurba "Apu" Kumar Ray
Aparajito FAQ
Is Aparajito good?
Aparajito has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 279 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Aparajito?
In the US you can stream Aparajito on Prime Video, Philo, The Criterion Channel, Fandor and HBO Max, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome, Plex, Cineverse and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What movies are like Aparajito?
If you liked Aparajito, try Lion, The World of Apu, Finding Neverland and Pather Panchali.