Mother India
1957, Hindi. Directed by Mehboob Khan.
Showing the path is easy, but walking it is hard.
A poverty-stricken woman raises her sons through many trials and tribulations. But no matter the struggles, always sticks to her own moral code.
- Runtime
- 2h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Hindi
- Rated
- U
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Mother India is streaming on Eros Now Select in India.
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- Released
- 13 February 1957
- Original title
- मदर इण्डिया
- Country
- India
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What Mother India is based on
Mother India is based on Aurat, a 1940 film.
Film · 1940
Aurat
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Mother India: quick answers
Is Mother India worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 112 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Mother India?
Mother India runs 175 minutes (2h 55m).
Does Mother India have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Mother India. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Mother India parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mother India is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Mother India on?
Mother India is streaming on Eros Now Select in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mother India?
If you liked Mother India, try Poor Cow, A Question of Faith, Look Back in Anger.
Who directed Mother India?
Mother India (1957) was directed by Mehboob Khan and stars Nargis, Sunil Dutt, Rajendra Kumar.
What is Mother India based on?
Mother India is based on Aurat, a 1940 film.