Best Movies About India

Updated May 1, 2024

Multiple movies have reported on Best Movies About India. We put together 18 of our favorites.

The Dark Knight Rises (2012)

★★★★

3.4 out of 4 stars

From Christopher Nolan, starring Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Gary Oldman
Rated PG-13

The Dark Knight Rises is the epic conclusion to Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy. Eight years after the events of The Dark Knight, Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) has become a recluse, cutting himself off from the outside world. When a criminal mastermind named Bane (Tom Hardy) arrives in Gotham City, Bruce must don the cape and cowl once more in order to protect his beloved city. Along the way, Bruce must confront his own demons, as well as the mysterious Catwoman (Anne Hathaway). With the help of his loyal butler Alfred (Michael Caine) and new allies, Bruce must take on Bane's plans for world domination and save Gotham City from destruction.

Gandhi (1982)

★★★★

3.2 out of 4 stars

From Richard Attenborough, starring Ben Kingsley, John Gielgud, Rohini Hattangadi, Roshan Seth
Rated PG

Gandhi is a 1982 British-Indian biographical drama film directed by Richard Attenborough, based on the life of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule during the 20th century. The film stars Ben Kingsley as Gandhi, alongside an ensemble cast including Candice Bergen, Edward Fox, John Gielgud, actor/director Trevor Howard and Martin Sheen. The film follows the life of Gandhi from his early years in India up through his assassination in 1948. It depicts a range of events such as Gandhi’s push for non-violence and civil disobedience against the British Raj, the Salt March of 1930, the 1942 “Quit India” movement, the fasts, and his eventual assassination. It also touches upon Gandhi’s relationship with his wife, Kasturba, and his friendship with British lawyer Charlie Andrews (Sheen). The film won eight Academy Awards at the 55th Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor for Kingsley, and Best Adapted Screenplay. It was also nominated for Best Original Score, Best Cinematography and Best Costume Design. Gandhi is widely regarded as one of the greatest biographical

Slumdog Millionaire (2008)

★★★★

3.2 out of 4 stars

From Directors: Danny Boyle, Loveleen Tandan, starring Dev Patel, Freida Pinto, Saurabh Shukla, Anil Kapoor
Rated R

Slumdog Millionaire is a 2008 British drama film directed by Danny Boyle and Loveleen Tandan. The film follows the story of Jamal Malik, an 18-year-old orphan from the slums of Mumbai who is one question away from winning a staggering 20 million rupees on India's version of "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?". When Jamal is arrested for cheating and interrogated by police, he recounts the events of his life that led him to the show and his knowledge of the answers. Along the way, Jamal proves that anyone, even a slumdog, can dream and make those dreams come true. The film is a powerful, inspiring story about the power of true love and friendship, and the value of hope in the face of adversity.

The Bourne Supremacy (2004)

★★★★

3.1 out of 4 stars

From Paul Greengrass, starring Matt Damon, Franka Potente, Joan Allen, Brian Cox
Rated PG-13

The Bourne Supremacy is an action-packed spy thriller, directed by Paul Greengrass and based on the novel by Robert Ludlum. It is the sequel to the 2002 film The Bourne Identity, and follows Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) as he continues his quest for the truth about his past. After being framed for a botched CIA operation in Berlin, he is forced to go underground and seek the help of an old friend from his past. His search for the truth leads him to uncover a dangerous conspiracy involving the CIA and a group of Russian terrorists. As he is hunted by the CIA, he must use all of his skills to stay alive and clear his name. Along the way, he is aided by Marie (Franka Potente) and Nicky (Julia Stiles), two characters who help him in his mission. In the end, Bourne is able to get justice and put an end to the conspiracy.

The Namesake (2006)

★★★★

3 out of 4 stars

From Mira Nair, starring Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Jacinda Barrett
Rated PG-13

The Namesake tells the story of the Ganguli family, who immigrate to the United States from India. The film follows the experiences of their son, Gogol, while he straddles two cultures and struggles to find a balance between them. As Gogol grows up, he goes through a journey of self-discovery and discovers his identity within the context of his family and culture. Along the way, he experiences love, heartache, and loss as he navigates his relationships with his parents, his girlfriend, and himself. Ultimately, Gogol learns to embrace both his Indian and American identities, and in doing so, finds a sense of belonging and peace.

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984)

★★★★

3 out of 4 stars

From Steven Spielberg, starring Harrison Ford, Kate Capshaw, Ke Huy Quan, Amrish Puri
Rated PG

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is a 1984 American action-adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg. It is the second installment in the Indiana Jones film series and a prequel to the 1981 film Raiders of the Lost Ark. After arriving in India, Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) is asked by a desperate village to find a mystical stone. He agrees, and stumbles upon a secret cult plotting a terrible plan in the catacombs of an ancient palace. Jones and his companions, Short Round (Jonathan Ke Quan) and Willie Scott (Kate Capshaw), travel to an underground temple to retrieve the stolen stones and rescue the kidnapped children. In the temple, they face dangerous obstacles, as well as supernatural forces. As the cult plans to use the stones for evil, Indiana must find a way to stop them. With a thrilling storyline and exciting action sequences, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is an exciting adventure movie that is sure to entertain.