---
title: "12th Fail"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/12th-fail-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1163258
imdb_id: "tt23849204"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 146
community_rating: 8.0
vote_count: 250
content_rating: "PG"
---

# 12th Fail (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/12th-fail-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"12th Fail" is a film based on a true story. The movie is centered around the life of an IPS officer, whose story serves as the basis for the narrative. The film sheds light on the idea of persevering through setbacks and challenges, and the importance of restarting one's academic journey. The story takes place in the context of the UPSC, a competitive exam that is attempted by millions of students. The film's plot revolves around the themes of resilience and reclaiming one's destiny, as the main character navigates the challenges of this exam. The movie is inspired by the real-life experiences of an IPS officer, providing a unique and inspiring perspective on the pursuit of academic and professional success.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A true story of an IPS officer who restarts his academic journey for the UPSC exam."

### Why Watch
- Based on a real-life perseverance tale
- Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra
- Highlights the challenges of India's toughest competitive exam

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime exceeds two hours, which may feel lengthy for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film is a PG‑rated drama with an uplifting tone, suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: inspirational, biographical, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Hulu, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Vidhu Vinod Chopra
- **Networks / Studios**: Vidhu Vinod Chopra Productions, Zee Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Vikrant Massey** as *Manoj Kumar Sharma*
- **Medha Shankr** as *Shraddha Joshi*
- **Anant Joshi** as *Pritam Pandey*
- **Anshumaan Pushkar** as *Gaurinandan*
- **Priyanshu Chatterjee** as *Dushyant Singh*
- **Geeta Agrawal Sharma** as *Pushpa Sharma*
- **Harish Khanna** as *Ramveer Sharma*
- **Vikas Divyakirti** as *Vikas Divyakirti*
- **Sarita Joshi** as *Dadi*
- **Sam Mohan** as *Deep Mohan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is 12th Fail based on a true story?
Yes, it is based on the true story of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The runtime is about 2 hours and 26 minutes.

### Q: In which language was 12th Fail released?
It is a Hindi‑language film.

### Q: What is the film’s rating?
It is rated PG.

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