Karnan (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1964, Karnan is an action, drama and history film directed by B. Ramakrishnaiah Panthulu, running about 177 minutes. “A legend walked earth.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Brave and loyal warrior-archer Karna joins the Kauravas to battle the Pandavas in the Kurukshetra.
Who’s in it. Karnan stars Sivaji Ganesan as Karnan, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao as Krishna, Savitri as Bhanumathi and Devika as Subhangi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Karnan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Karnan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Karnan tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Karnan (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Karnan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Karnan worth watching?
- Karnan holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Karnan?
- Karnan stars Sivaji Ganesan, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, Savitri, Devika and M. V. Rajamma.
- When was Karnan released?
- Karnan was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 177 minutes.