Water
2005, English. Directed by Deepa Mehta.
In 1938, Mahatma Gandhi's groundbreaking philosophies sweep across India, but 8-year-old Chuyia, newly widowed, must go reside with other outcast widows on an ashram. Her presence transforms the ashram as she befriends two of her compatriots.
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 128 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Water isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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- Released
- 4 November 2005
- Country
- Canada, India
- Written by
- Deepa Mehta
- Box office
- $10M
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Water: quick answers
What should I watch before Water?
Watch Fire (1997) and Earth (1998) first.
Is Water worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 128 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Water?
Water runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does Water have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Water. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Water parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Water yet.
Which OTT platform is Water on?
Water 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 Water?
If you liked Water, try The Razor's Edge, A Walk in the Clouds, The Magic of Ordinary Days.
Who directed Water?
Water (2005) was directed by Deepa Mehta and stars Seema Biswas, Lisa Ray, John Abraham.