Holy Smoke
1999, English. Directed by Jane Campion.
He had only one thing on his mind... but so did she!
While on a journey of discovery in exotic India, beautiful young Ruth Barron falls under the influence of a charismatic religious guru. Her desperate parents then hire PJ Waters, a macho cult de-programmer who confronts Ruth in a remote desert hideaway. But PJ quickly learns that he's met his match in the sexy, intelligent and iron-willed Ruth.
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.7/10 from 233 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Holy Smoke
Holy Smoke isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 4 September 1999
- Country
- Australia, United States of America
- Written by
- Jane Campion, Anna Campion
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $1.8M
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Holy Smoke: quick answers
Is Holy Smoke worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 233 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Holy Smoke?
Holy Smoke runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does Holy Smoke have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Holy Smoke. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Holy Smoke parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Holy Smoke is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Holy Smoke on?
Holy Smoke isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Holy Smoke?
If you liked Holy Smoke, try The Notorious Bettie Page, Kinds of Kindness, Judy & Punch.
Who directed Holy Smoke?
Holy Smoke (1999) was directed by Jane Campion and stars Kate Winslet, Harvey Keitel, Julie Hamilton.