The Cloud-Capped Star (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1960, The Cloud-Capped Star is a drama film directed by Ritwik Ghatak, running about 127 minutes.
What it’s about. The tragic story of the beautiful daughter of a middle-class refugee family from East Pakistan. Neeta, the protagonist, sacrifices everything for her unappreciative family.
Who’s in it. The Cloud-Capped Star stars Supriya Choudhury as Nita, Anil Chatterjee as Shankar, Gyanesh Mukherjee as Banshi Dutta and Bijon Bhattacharya as Taran Master, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Cloud-Capped Star has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and Hoichoi. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cloud-Capped Star page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cloud-Capped Star tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cloud-Capped Star (1960)?
- In US, The Cloud-Capped Star is available to stream on Criterion Channel and Hoichoi. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Cloud-Capped Star worth watching?
- The Cloud-Capped Star holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Cloud-Capped Star?
- The Cloud-Capped Star stars Supriya Choudhury, Anil Chatterjee, Gyanesh Mukherjee, Bijon Bhattacharya and Gita Dey.
- When was The Cloud-Capped Star released?
- The Cloud-Capped Star was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.