Midnight's Children
2012, English. Directed by Deepa Mehta.
A child and country were born at midnight once upon a time.
The story of a pair of children born within moments of India gaining independence from England, growing up in the country that is nothing like their parent's generation. A Canadian-British film adaptation of Salman Rushdie's novel of the same name.
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Midnight's Children
Midnight's Children isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Details
- Released
- 31 August 2012
- Country
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Salman Rushdie
- Box office
- $1.2M
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What Midnight's Children is based on
Midnight's Children is based on Midnight's Children (1981) published by Jonathan Cape.
1981
Midnight's Children
Published by Jonathan Cape
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Midnight's Children: quick answers
Is Midnight's Children worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 55 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Midnight's Children?
Midnight's Children runs 148 minutes (2h 28m).
Does Midnight's Children have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Midnight's Children. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Midnight's Children parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Midnight's Children is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Midnight's Children on?
Midnight's Children isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Midnight's Children?
If you liked Midnight's Children, try The Girl in the Book, Call Me Crazy: A Five Film, Skin.
Who directed Midnight's Children?
Midnight's Children (2012) was directed by Deepa Mehta and stars Satya Bhabha, Shahana Goswami, Shabana Azmi.
What is Midnight's Children based on?
Midnight's Children is based on Midnight's Children (1981) published by Jonathan Cape.