Drishyam (2015)
Kernel Score: 86% · 474 ratings
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Drama
Released: 2015-07-30
Runtime: 163 minutes
Where to watch Drishyam
- Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A simple street-smart man tries to protect his family from a cop looking for her missing son who was accidently killed by his daughter.
Drishyam parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Drishyam is a mystery-thriller about a father protecting his family after his daughter accidentally kills a stalker, involving police investigation and cover-up.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Involves an accidental killing and its aftermath, plus police intimidation, though not graphically depicted.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Nishikant Kamat
Cast
- Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar
- Tabu as IG Meera Deshmukh
- Shriya Saran as Nandini Salgaonkar
- Ishita Dutta as Anju Salgaonkar
- Mrunal Jadhav as Anu Salgaonkar
- Rajat Kapoor as Mahesh Deshmukh
- Kamlesh Sawant as Sub-inspector Laxmikant Gaitonde
- Rishab Chadha as Sameer 'Sam' Deshmukh
- Yogesh Soman as Inspector Vinayak Sawant
- Prasanna Ketkar as Sr. PI Shrikant Prabhu
Drishyam FAQ
Is Drishyam good?
Drishyam has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 474 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Drishyam?
In the US you can rent it from Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Drishyam OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Drishyam is a mystery-thriller about a father protecting his family after his daughter accidentally kills a stalker, involving police investigation and cover-up.
What movies are like Drishyam?
If you liked Drishyam, try Drishyam, Insomnia, The Man Who Knew Too Much and Caliber 9.