Mersal
Directed by Atlee · 2017 ·
Is Mersal worth watching?
Yes. Mersal (2017) earns a 74% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (90%) responded more warmly than critics (82%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as மெர்சல் 魔医联盟 魔醫聯盟
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Prime Video in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
Where to watch Mersal by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Malaysia | ZEE5 |
| Nigeria | ZEE5 |
| Pakistan | ZEE5 |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (82/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (68/100).
- 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 Mersal worth watching?
Yes — Mersal 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 (3.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Atlee’s dual-role mass entertainer cemented Thalapathy Vijay’s pan-India stardom with political punch and set pieces.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (90%) responded more warmly than critics (82%).
What is Mersal about?
A few individuals in the medical profession are murdered or kidnapped, and the cop investigating the case suspects a doctor and arrests him. But is he the one who is behind these crimes? And why are they being committed?
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Critic Reviews
Mersal (2017) Review: Vijay Takes On Medical Greed
★★★½☆
Mersal is Atlee's Tamil action thriller in which Vijay's doctor and magician go after a corrupt private-healthcare system, a loud mass entertainer with a message.
Yes, with reservations. It is a crowd-pleasing Vijay spectacle with a real grievance about healthcare, best for mass-cinema fans who can forgive a sprawling plot.
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Mersal: frequently asked questions
Is Mersal worth watching?
Yes. Mersal (2017) 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 Mersal?
Elsewhere: ZEE5 in Malaysia; ZEE5 in Nigeria; ZEE5 in Pakistan; Prime Video in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Mersal?
Mersal runs 2 hours 41 minutes (161 minutes).
What is Mersal rated?
Mersal is rated UA in India and P13 in Malaysia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Mersal?
Mersal is directed by Atlee and stars Vijay (Thalapathy), Vijay, S. J. Suryah, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Nithya Menen.
What is the Metascore for Mersal?
Metacritic's Metascore for Mersal is 68 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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