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Bāhubali: The Beginning

2015·Movie
2h 39min·NR
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.0Rotten Tomatoes93%85%
IMDb8.0Rotten Tomatoes93%85%

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Relentless energy, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Epic and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle10
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Awe-inspiring and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wonder9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Fantasy, family, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion10
  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and editing

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography9
  • Music Composition9
  • Editing8

Who it's for

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About

The young Shivudu is left as a foundling in a small village by his mother. By the time he’s grown up, it has become apparent that he possesses exceptional gifts. He meets the beautiful warrior princess Avanthika and learns that her queen has been held captive for the last 25 years. Shividu sets off to rescue her, discovering his own origins in the process.
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Crew

Directed by:
S. S. Rajamouli, Ashwin Gangaraju
Written by:
S. S. Rajamouli, Vijayendra Prasad, Madhan Karky
Produced by:
Vamsi Kaka, Prasad Devineni, Shobu Yarlagadda
Composed by:
M.M. Keeravaani, Philippe van Leer, Justin Jose

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Questions about Bāhubali: The Beginning

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Where can I stream Bāhubali: The Beginning legally?

NetflixXumo PlayTentkotta

Bāhubali: The Beginning is included with a subscription to Netflix and Tentkotta in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Xumo Play. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bāhubali: The Beginning worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 8 and Rotten Tomatoes 93%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bāhubali: The Beginning rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Bāhubali: The Beginning?

2 h 39 min

Bāhubali: The Beginning runs 2 h 39 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bāhubali: The Beginning?

Critics93
Audiences83

Not quite. Critics rate Bāhubali: The Beginning higher (93) than audiences (83). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Bāhubali: The Beginning a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$91 million

Yes. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $91 million worldwide, 3.6 times its budget.

What language is Bāhubali: The Beginning in?

TeluguSanskrit

It was made in Telugu, with some Sanskrit. Produced in India.

In how many countries can I watch Bāhubali: The Beginning?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bāhubali: The Beginning in 115 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.