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The American-born son of Indian immigrants strives to fit in among his fellow New Yorkers despite his family's unwillingness to let go of their traditional ways.
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The Namesake
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Quick facts
Year
2006
Runtime
2h 2m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 6.8/10
Votes
193
Genre
Drama
Director
Language
EN
Budget
$12.0M
Cast
new york city
based on novel or book
arranged marriage
india
woman director
immigrant experience
taj mahal, india
kolkata, india
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Questions about The Namesake
How long is The Namesake?
The Namesake has a runtime of 2h 2m (2 hours and 2 minutes).
Who directed The Namesake?
The Namesake was directed by Mira Nair and released in 2006.
What genre is The Namesake?
The Namesake is a Drama film (2006).
Who stars in The Namesake?
The cast of The Namesake includes Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Jacinda Barrett, Zuleikha Robinson.
What is the TMDB rating for The Namesake?
The Namesake has a TMDB rating of 6.8/10 based on 193 votes.
