Yentl
1983, English. Directed by Barbra Streisand.
In a time when the world of study belonged only to men, there lived a girl who dared to ask..."why?"
In a time when girls were forbidden to study religious scriptures, a Jewish girl masquerades as a boy to enter religious training and unexpectedly finds love along the way.
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 275 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Yentl
Yentl is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 18 November 1983
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Barbra Streisand, Jack Rosenthal
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $30M
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What Yentl is based on
Yentl is based on Yentl by Isaac Bashevis Singer.
Yentl
By Isaac Bashevis Singer
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Yentl: quick answers
Is Yentl worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 275 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Yentl?
Yentl runs 132 minutes (2h 12m).
Does Yentl have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Yentl. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Yentl parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Yentl is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Yentl on?
Yentl is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Yentl?
If you liked Yentl, try Cabaret, The Jazz Singer, Fiddler on the Roof.
Who directed Yentl?
Yentl (1983) was directed by Barbra Streisand and stars Barbra Streisand, Mandy Patinkin, Amy Irving.
What is Yentl based on?
Yentl is based on Yentl by Isaac Bashevis Singer.