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Retro

2025Movie2 h 42 minNR

Romance
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Rotten Tomatoes–67%

A brutally violent, thrilling romance movie about everyday modern life and crime.

Good for friends night · drop-in friendly · thought-provoking

Skip it if graphic violence bothers you · you want something quiet and calm

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

Movies with

Story

Love. Laughter. War.

A man with a violent past seeks a fresh start, but the life he left behind resurfaces, forcing him to face old conflicts and redefine his future.

Feels like

  • Tamil Cinema
  • Indian Action Thriller
  • Crime Drama
  • Family Conflict
  • Redemption Themes
  • Violent Past
  • Moral Dilemmas
  • Emotional Storytelling
  • Gangster Underworld

Cast

20 of 20

Crew

Directed by
Karthik Subbaraj
Written by
Karthik Subbaraj
Produced by
Suriya, Jyothika
Music by
Santhosh Narayanan

Everyone

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Facts

April 30, 2025 · 2 h 42 min · NR

Released
April 30, 2025
Runtime
2 h 42 min
Age rating
NR
Content
Violence
Genres
Romance, Action, Drama
Original language
Tamil
Made in
India
Budget
$8 million
Box office
$11 million
Available in
131 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Retro?"

Questions about Retro

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Retro?

Netflix

In the United States, Retro streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Retro worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 6.3).

Is Retro good for date night?

AdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Not really: romance is 4 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Retro in English?

Tamil

No, it was made in Tamil.