The White Tiger (2021)
Kernel Score: 79% · 969 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama
Released: 2021-01-13
Runtime: 125 minutes
Where to watch The White Tiger
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
An ambitious Indian driver uses his wit and cunning to escape from poverty and rise to the top. An epic journey based on the New York Times bestseller.
The White Tiger parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The White Tiger is an R-rated drama depicting a driver's ruthless rise from poverty amid India's caste system.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The R-rated drama involves a rags-to-riches rise depicted through cunning and implied violence tied to class and caste conflict.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Ramin Bahrani
Cast
- Adarsh Gourav as Balram Halwai
- Rajkummar Rao as Ashok
- Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Pinky Madam
- Mahesh Manjrekar as The Stork
- Vijay Maurya as Mukesh 'The Mongoose'
- Kamlesh Gill as Granny Kusum
- Swaroop Sampat as The Great Socialist
- Tawhid Rike Zaman as Balram's friend
- Vedant Sinha as Dharam
- Nalneesh Neel as Vitiligo
The White Tiger FAQ
Is The White Tiger good?
The White Tiger has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 969 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The White Tiger?
In the US you can stream The White Tiger on Netflix.
Is The White Tiger OK for kids?
The White Tiger is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The White Tiger is an R-rated drama depicting a driver's ruthless rise from poverty amid India's caste system.
What movies are like The White Tiger?
If you liked The White Tiger, try Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, The Second Mother, The Usual Suspects and Roma.