---
title: "Slumdog Millionaire"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/slumdog-millionaire-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 12405
imdb_id: "tt1010048"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 121
community_rating: 7.7
vote_count: 11432
content_rating: "R"
---

# Slumdog Millionaire (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/slumdog-millionaire-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Slumdog Millionaire" is a film released in 2008. The movie follows the story of a teenager who appears on the Indian version of a popular game show. The teenager is accused of cheating, and the events leading up to this accusation are reflected upon. The film's narrative structure revolves around the teenager's past experiences. The story explores the teenager's life and circumstances that may have influenced his actions on the game show. The film's focus is on the teenager's life and his appearance on the game show. The movie's events unfold as the teenager reflects on his past. The film's narrative is presented in a non-linear fashion, exploring the teenager's life through a series of flashbacks. The story culminates with the teenager's appearance on the game show and the subsequent accusations of cheating.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An accused game show contestant reflects on his life in this drama and romance."

### Why Watch
- compelling story of survival
- explores a quest for lost love

### Caveats & Content Note
- rated R for content suitability
- Tone & Suitability: This film carries an R rating and features dramatic themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, romantic, reflective

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | 10 | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Danny Boyle
- **Networks / Studios**: Celador Films, Film4 Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dev Patel** as *Older Jamal*
- **Freida Pinto** as *Older Latika*
- **Madhur Mittal** as *Older Salim*
- **Anil Kapoor** as *Prem*
- **Mahesh Manjrekar** as *Javed*
- **Saurabh Shukla** as *Sergeant Srinivas*
- **Irrfan Khan** as *Police Inspector*
- **Ankur Vikal** as *Maman*
- **Tanay Chheda** as *Middle Jamal*
- **Ayush Mahesh Khedekar** as *Youngest Jamal*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the movie about?
A teenager reflects on his life after being accused of cheating on a game show.

### Q: What genres is the film classified as?
It is classified as a drama and romance.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of two hours and one minute.

### Q: When was the film released in the US?
It was released on 11/12/2008 in the US.

### Q: What is the MPAA rating of the film?
The film is rated R.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*