---
title: "Muthu"
year: 1995
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/muthu-1995"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 66247
imdb_id: "tt0140399"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 165
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 40
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Muthu (1995) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/muthu-1995

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Muthu (transl. Pearl)
Year: 1995
Language: Indian Tamil-language
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Action, masala film
Director/Writer: K. S. Ravikumar
Producer: Kavithalayaa Productions
Lead Actors: Rajinikanth, Meena, Sarath Babu
Supporting Cast: Radha Ravi, Senthil, Vadivelu, Jayabharathi, Subhashri, Ponnambalam
Runtime: 2h 45m
Release Date (India): 10/23/1995
Plot: Muthu is a charismatic, well-respected, and loyal servant and charioteer of Raja Malayasimman, a wealthy zamindar. Muthu and Raja fall in love with the same woman, Ranganay

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Sun Nxt | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Sun Nxt, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Sun Nxt | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Sun Nxt | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: K. S. Ravikumar
- **Networks / Studios**: Kavithalayaa Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rajinikanth** as *Muthu / Muthu's father*
- **Meena** as *Ranganayaki*
- **Sarath Babu** as *Raja Malayasimman*
- **Radha Ravi** as *Ambalathar*
- **Senthil** as *Thennappan*
- **Vadivelu** as *Valayapathy*
- **Jayabharathi** as *Sivakamiyammal*
- **Subhashri** as *Padmini*
- **Ponnambalam** as *Kaali*
- **Vichitra** as *Rathidevi*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Muthu online?
Muthu is currently available to watch or stream on Sun Nxt, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Muthu worth watching?
Muthu holds a community rating of 6.8/10 based on 40 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Muthu and when was it released?
Muthu is a feature film with a runtime of 165 minutes. It was released in 1995. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Muthu?
Muthu was directed by K. S. Ravikumar.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Muthu — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/66247)
- [Muthu (1995) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0140399/fullcredits/)
- [Muthu (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muthu_(film))
- [Muthu (1995) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/66247/cast)

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