---
title: "Little John"
year: 2001
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/little-john-2001"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 376073
imdb_id: "tt0447257"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 124
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 6
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Little John (2001) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/little-john-2001

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: Little John
Year: 2001
Genres: Fantasy, Comedy, Action, and Drama
Runtime: 2h 4m
Release Date (India): 04/13/2001
Director/Writer/Executive Producer: Singeetam Srinivasa Rao
Lead Actors: Bentley Mitchum, Jyothika
Supporting Actors: Anupam Kher, Nassar
Origin: Indian fantasy film
Plot: A visiting researcher tries desperately to escape after being mistakenly captured by police for an alleged theft in a temple, leading to bizarre things happening.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Singeetham Srinivasa Rao
- **Networks / Studios**: Media Dreams

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bentley Mitchum** as *John McKenzie*
- **Jyothika** as *Vani Vishwanath*
- **Anupam Kher** as *Swamiji*
- **Nassar** as *Inspector Vijay*
- **Mohan Raman** as *Vishwanath (Tamil)*
- **Aanjjan Srivastav** as *Vishwanath (English/Hindi)*
- **Fathima Babu** as *Nirmala Vishwanath (Tamil)*
- **Bharati Achrekar** as *Nirmala Vishwanath (English/Hindi)*
- **Ash Chandler** as *DIG Kumar*
- **Prakash Raj** as *Kaala Bhairavan (Kala Bhairav)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Little John online?
Little John is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Little John worth watching?
Little John holds a community rating of 5.8/10 based on 6 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Fantasy, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Little John and when was it released?
Little John is a feature film with a runtime of 124 minutes. It was released in 2001. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Little John?
Little John was directed by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Little John — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/376073)
- [Little John (2001) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0447257/fullcredits/)
- [Little John (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_John_(film))
- [Little John (2001) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/376073-little-john/cast)
- [Little John (2001) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/little-john-2001/credits)
- [Boss of Bosses (TV Movie 2001) - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0205782/?ls)

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