The Namesake

Two Worlds. One Journey.

20062h 2m6.8(194 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

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.

The Namesake (2006) is a drama film directed by Mira Nair. It stars Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, and Tabu. The film runs for 2 hours 2 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.8 out of 10 from 194 votes.

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Director

Mira Nair

Cast

Kal Penn

Gogol / Nikhil

Irrfan Khan

Ashoke Ganguli

Tabu

Ashima Ganguli

Jacinda Barrett

Maxine Ratliffe

Zuleikha Robinson

Moushumi Mazoomdar

Ruma Guha Thakurta

Ashoke's Mother

Sabyasachi Chakraborty

Ashima's Father

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Namesake

Where can I watch The Namesake?

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Who stars in The Namesake?

The Namesake stars Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu, and Jacinda Barrett, and was directed by Mira Nair.

How long is The Namesake?

The Namesake has a runtime of 2 hours 2 minutes.

When did The Namesake come out?

The Namesake was released in 2006.

What genre is The Namesake?

The Namesake is a drama film.

Is The Namesake worth watching?

The Namesake holds an average audience score of 6.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.