Sholay (1975)
Kernel Score: 79% · 304 ratings
Genres: Action
Released: 1975-08-15
Runtime: 198 minutes
Where to watch Sholay
- Free with ads: Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
After his family is slain by the notorious bandit Gabbar Singh, former Inspector Thakur Baldev Singh enlists low-level outlaws Jai and Veeru to capture Gabbar and seek revenge.
Sholay parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that Sholay is a 1975 Indian action revenge film centered on bandits, murder of a family, and armed combat.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Central plot involves a family slain by bandits, revenge, gunfights, and an amputee character; frequent armed conflict.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: A little — Some incidental drinking typical of the genre era, not a focus.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Ramesh Sippy
Cast
- Dharmendra as Veeru
- Amitabh Bachchan as Jai
- Sanjeev Kumar as Thakur Baldev Singh
- Amjad Khan as Gabbar Singh
- Hema Malini as Basanti
- Jaya Bachchan as Radha
- Leela Mishra as Mausi
- Mac Mohan as Sambha
- Viju Khote as Kaalia
- A.K. Hangal as Imaam Saheb
Sholay FAQ
Is Sholay good?
Sholay has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 304 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Sholay?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.
Is Sholay OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that Sholay is a 1975 Indian action revenge film centered on bandits, murder of a family, and armed combat.
What movies are like Sholay?
If you liked Sholay, try Batman Begins, Delhi Belly, Let the Bullets Fly and The Magnificent Seven.