Master
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj · 2021 ·
Is Master worth watching?
Yes. Master (2021) earns a 73% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (91%) responded more warmly than critics (80%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as மாஸ்டர் 麻辣教授 คุณครูวีรบุรุษ
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
- Sun NXT
Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Where to watch Master by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video, ZEE5, Sun NXT, Vi Movies & TV |
| Indonesia | Prime Video, Sun NXT |
| Japan | Sun NXT |
| Malaysia | Prime Video, Sun NXT, ZEE5 |
| Nigeria | Prime Video, ZEE5, Sun NXT |
| Pakistan | Prime Video, ZEE5, Sun NXT |
| Philippines | Prime Video, Sun NXT |
| South Africa | Prime Video, Sun NXT |
| South Korea | Prime Video, Sun NXT |
| Thailand | Prime Video, Sun NXT |
| Turkey | Sun NXT |
| United Arab Emirates | Prime Video, ZEE5, Sun NXT |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video, Sun NXT |
| United States | Prime Video, Sun NXT |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (80/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (91%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (68/100).
- Celluloid Score 73% 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
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Master worth watching?
Yes — Master earns a 73% 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 (3.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s professor-vs-gangster clash became a pandemic-era theatrical event — Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi at full voltage.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (91%) responded more warmly than critics (80%).
What is Master about?
An alcoholic professor is sent to a juvenile school, where he clashes with a gangster, who uses the children of the school for criminal activities.
Critic Reviews
Master (2021) Review: Vijay vs Vijay Sethupathi
★★★½☆
Master is Lokesh Kanagaraj's Tamil action thriller pitting Vijay's drunken professor against Vijay Sethupathi's gangster, an electric star clash in a baggy film.
Yes, with reservations. The Vijay versus Vijay Sethupathi showdown is worth the ticket for mass-cinema fans, but the three-hour running time sags badly.
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Master: frequently asked questions
Is Master worth watching?
Yes. Master (2021) has a Celluloid Score of 73%, 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 Master?
In the United States, Master streams on Prime Video, Sun NXT with a subscription, and you can rent it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video, ZEE5, Sun NXT, Vi Movies & TV in India; Prime Video, Sun NXT in Indonesia; Sun NXT in Japan; Prime Video, Sun NXT, ZEE5 in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Master?
Master runs 2 hours 59 minutes (179 minutes).
What is Master rated?
Master is rated UA in India. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Master?
Master is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and stars Vijay (Thalapathy), Vijay Sethupathi, Arjun Das, Malavika Mohanan, Andrea Jeremiah.
What is the Metascore for Master?
Metacritic's Metascore for Master is 68 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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