The Namesake
2007, English. Directed by Mira Nair.
Two Worlds. One Journey.
The American-born son of Indian immigrants strives to fit in among his fellow New Yorkers despite his family's unwillingness to let go of their traditional ways.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 196 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Namesake
The Namesake isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Mira NairDirector
- Kal PennGogol / Nikhil
- Irrfan KhanAshoke Ganguli
- TabuAshima Ganguli
- Jacinda BarrettMaxine Ratliffe
- Zuleikha RobinsonMoushumi Mazoomdar
- Ruma Guha ThakurtaAshoke's Mother
- Sabyasachi ChakrabortyAshima's Father
- Sahira NairSonali Ganguli
- Supriya ChoudhuryAshima's Grandmother
- Jhumpa LahiriJhumpa Mashi
- Kharaj MukherjeeChhotoo
- Glenne HeadlyLydia
Details
- Released
- 23 March 2007
- Country
- India, Japan, United States of America
- Written by
- Sooni Taraporevala
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $20M
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What The Namesake is based on
The Namesake is adapted from a novel.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Namesake: quick answers
Is The Namesake worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 196 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Namesake?
The Namesake runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does The Namesake have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Namesake. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Namesake parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Namesake is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Namesake on?
The Namesake isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Namesake?
If you liked The Namesake, try Passing, Killer's Kiss, Eleanor the Great.
Who directed The Namesake?
The Namesake (2007) was directed by Mira Nair and stars Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu.
What is The Namesake based on?
The Namesake is adapted from a novel.