Pyaasa (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1957, Pyaasa is a drama and romance film directed by Guru Dutt, running about 146 minutes.
What it’s about. Vijay, a destitute poet, searches for true love while attempting to get his work published. With the assistance of two women in his life, his dream comes true - but at a cost that causes Vijay to rethink his worldview.
Who’s in it. Pyaasa stars Guru Dutt as Vijay, Waheeda Rehman as Gulabo, Mala Sinha as Meena and Johnny Walker as Abdul Sattar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Pyaasa has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pyaasa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pyaasa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pyaasa (1957)?
- In US, Pyaasa is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Pyaasa worth watching?
- Pyaasa holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Pyaasa?
- Pyaasa stars Guru Dutt, Waheeda Rehman, Mala Sinha, Johnny Walker and Rehman.
- When was Pyaasa released?
- Pyaasa was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 146 minutes.