Dangal
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari · 2016 ·
Is Dangal worth watching?
Yes. Dangal (2016) earns a 68% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (89%) responded more warmly than critics (61%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as दंगल Dangal - Die Hoffnung auf den großen Sieg ダンガル きっと、つよくなる 당갈 摔跤吧！爸爸 我和我的冠軍女兒 ปล้ำฝันสนั่นโลก Huấn Luyện Viên Đấu Vật
🏆 2 award wins — Won Best Film, Filmfare Awards 2017
Aamir Khan Productions Where to watch
- Netflix
Rent: Google Play, YouTube
Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Where to watch Dangal by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix |
| Indonesia | Netflix |
| Japan | Netflix |
| Malaysia | Netflix |
| Nigeria | Netflix |
| Pakistan | Netflix |
| Philippines | Netflix |
| South Africa | Netflix |
| South Korea | Netflix |
| Thailand | Netflix |
| Turkey | Netflix |
| United Arab Emirates | Netflix |
| United Kingdom | Netflix |
| United States | Netflix |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (61/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (89%).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.4/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.3/10.
- Celluloid Score 68% 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 Dangal worth watching?
Yes — Dangal earns a 68% 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 (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Aamir Khan anchors an inspiring true story that became one of the highest-grossing Indian films worldwide.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (89%) responded more warmly than critics (61%).
What is Dangal about?
An aging wrestler trains his daughters to become world-class fighters, challenging patriarchal norms in rural Haryana and on the global mat.
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Critic Reviews
Dangal (2016) Review: A Father, Two Daughters and the Mat
★★★★½
Dangal is Nitesh Tiwari's rousing Hindi wrestling drama, with Aamir Khan as a father who trains his daughters to fight, and a crowd-pleaser with real grit.
Yes. It is one of the great Indian sports films, stirring and funny, ideal for families and sports fans willing to commit to nearly three hours.
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Dangal: frequently asked questions
Is Dangal worth watching?
Yes. Dangal (2016) has a Celluloid Score of 68%, 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 Dangal?
In the United States, Dangal streams on Netflix with a subscription, and you can rent it from Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Netflix in Japan; Netflix in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Dangal?
Dangal runs 2 hours 41 minutes (161 minutes).
What is Dangal rated?
Dangal is rated NR in the United States, U in India and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Dangal?
Dangal is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and stars Aamir Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sanya Malhotra.
What is the Metascore for Dangal?
Metacritic's Metascore for Dangal is 54 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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