August 15 (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 3.9
Released in 2011, August 15 is a thriller and crime film directed by Shaji Kailas, running about 138 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is a sequel to the 1988 film August 1, which was directed by Sibi Malayil, and written by S. N. Swamy. Following from August 1, Mammootty plays the character of the Crime Branch officer Perumal who investigates into an attempt of assassination on the chief minister of Kerala on the 15th of August, the Independence Day of India.
Who’s in it. August 15 stars Mammootty as Perumal, Nedumudi Venu as V. G. Sadasivan, Siddique as Professional Assassin and Jagathy Sreekumar as The Aide, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, August 15 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch August 15 page.
If you liked it. Fans of August 15 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch August 15 (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for August 15 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is August 15 worth watching?
- August 15 holds an audience score of 3.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in August 15?
- August 15 stars Mammootty, Nedumudi Venu, Siddique, Jagathy Sreekumar and Meghana Raj.
- When was August 15 released?
- August 15 was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.