Joyland
2022, Urdu. Directed by Saim Sadiq.
As a patriarchal family yearns for the birth of a son to continue their family line, their youngest son secretly joins an erotic dance theatre and falls for its transgender starlet.
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Urdu
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 18 November 2022
- Original title
- جوائے لینڈ
- Country
- Pakistan, United States of America
- Written by
- Saim Sadiq, Maggie Briggs
- Box office
- $1.2M
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Joyland: quick answers
Is Joyland worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 176 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Joyland?
Joyland runs 127 minutes (2h 7m).
Does Joyland have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Joyland. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Joyland parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Joyland is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Joyland on?
Joyland 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 Joyland?
If you liked Joyland, try Blue Valentine, All of You, Making Love.
Who directed Joyland?
Joyland (2022) was directed by Saim Sadiq and stars Ali Junejo, Rasti Farooq, Alina Khan.