Sikkim (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1971, Sikkim is a documentary film directed by Satyajit Ray, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. Satyajit Ray's poetic documentary was commissioned by the Chogyal (King) of Sikkim at a time when he felt the sovereignty of Sikkim was under threat from both China and India. Ray's documentary is about the sovereignty of Sikkim. The film was banned by the government of India when Sikkim merged with India in 1975. The ban was finally lifted by the Ministry of External Affairs in September 2010.
Who’s in it. Sikkim stars Satyajit Ray as Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Sikkim has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sikkim page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sikkim (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sikkim change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sikkim worth watching?
- Sikkim holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sikkim?
- Sikkim stars Satyajit Ray.
- When was Sikkim released?
- Sikkim was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.