What is Nirakkoottu?
Nirakkoottu is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Release date
- Sep 12, 1985
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Nirakkoottu is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Drama. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A journalist probes a death‑row inmate’s murder case, just as he makes a daring escape.”
- Strong performances by Mammootty and Urvashi
- Tense narrative that builds to an escape
- Directed by veteran Joshiy with classic 80s style
- Runtime of over two hours may feel lengthy
- Period pacing may feel dated to modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy gritty courtroom dramas with a twisty escape plot.
The film contains intense murder themes and suspenseful sequences, suited for mature audiences.
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What genre is Nirakkoottu?
Nirakkoottu is a crime thriller film.
Who directed the movie?
The film was directed by Joshiy.
Who are the lead actors?
It stars Mammootty, Sumalatha, and Urvashi, among others.
When was Nirakkoottu released?
It was released in 1985, on 12 September in India.
How long is the film?
The runtime is about two hours and fourteen minutes.