Thanthram (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film

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Released in 1988, Thanthram is a crime and mystery film directed by Joshiy, running about 111 minutes.

What it’s about. A wealthy businessman James (Ratheesh) gets killed in a dubious car accident, leaving behind his grieving wife Sussanna (Urvashi) and a young son. Sussanna is an orphan and James was estranged from his family when he was alive. However after his death, James' father Kurien (Jagannatha Varma) feigns friendship with Sussanna and tries to trick her into giving control of James' businesses to him. When Sussanna refuses, the family files a lawsuit questioning the legality of her marriage to James. Helpless and isolated, she approaches George Korah (Mammotty), a struggling lawyer to fight her case.

Who’s in it. Thanthram stars Mammootty as Adv. George Korah, Urvashi as Susanna, Ratheesh as James and Jagannatha Varma as Kurien Joseph, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thanthram page.

If you liked it. Fans of Thanthram tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Thanthram (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thanthram change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Thanthram?
Thanthram stars Mammootty, Urvashi, Ratheesh, Jagannatha Varma and Azeez.
When was Thanthram released?
Thanthram was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.