Parosh Pathar (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6.6

Released in 1958, Parosh Pathar is a comedy and fantasy film directed by Satyajit Ray, running about 111 minutes. “The Philosopher's Stone.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An underpaid middle-aged clerk finds a stone that changes iron to gold on touch.
Who’s in it. Parosh Pathar stars Tulsi Chakraborty as Paresh Chandra Dutta, Kali Bannerjee as Priyotosh Henry Biswas, Ranibala as Giribala Dutta and Gangapada Basu as Kachalu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Parosh Pathar 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 Parosh Pathar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Parosh Pathar tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Parosh Pathar (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Parosh Pathar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Parosh Pathar worth watching?
- Parosh Pathar holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Parosh Pathar?
- Parosh Pathar stars Tulsi Chakraborty, Kali Bannerjee, Ranibala, Gangapada Basu and Haridhan Mukhopadhyay.
- When was Parosh Pathar released?
- Parosh Pathar was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.
