Drishyam Review (2015) — 74% Celluloid Score
Directed by Nishikant Kamat · 2015 ·
Is Drishyam worth watching?
Yes. Drishyam (2015) earns a 74% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as दृश्यम् Visual A Chantagem ビジョン 의혹의 맹점 误杀瞒天记 誤殺瞞天記 ภาพลวง
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Prime Video in India. Check local listings for your region.
Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (86/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (85%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (74/100).
- IMDb users score it 8.2/10.
- Celluloid Score 74% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Drishyam worth watching?
Yes — Drishyam earns a 74% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Jeethu Joseph’s Malayalam thriller about a family covering up a crime remains the template for Indian suspense remakes.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Drishyam about?
When his family stares down the barrel of criminal charges, a commoner channels his street smarts and knowledge of action films to tie the long arm of the law into an investigative Gordian knot.
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Critic Reviews
Drishyam (2015) Review: A Film Buff Outwits the Police
★★★★☆
Drishyam is Nishikant Kamat's Hindi remake of the Malayalam hit, a clever family thriller in which Ajay Devgn's everyman takes on Tabu's formidable police chief.
Yes, with reservations. It is a gripping, intelligent suspense drama for thriller fans and families alike, though its slow first hour and remake status take some edge off.
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Drishyam: frequently asked questions
Is Drishyam worth watching?
Yes. Drishyam (2015) has a Celluloid Score of 74%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Drishyam?
In the United States you can rent it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Drishyam?
Drishyam runs 2 hours 43 minutes (163 minutes).
What is Drishyam rated?
Drishyam is rated 12A in the UK, U/A 13+ in India and 14A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Drishyam?
Drishyam is directed by Nishikant Kamat and stars Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav.
What is the Metascore for Drishyam?
Metacritic's Metascore for Drishyam is 74 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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