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The poster features a collage of intimate close-ups of people's faces, evoking a sense of vulnerability and connection. The warm, golden tones of the skin and the soft lighting create a serene and nostalgic atmosphere. The word "LION" is prominently displayed in bold, white letters, symbolizing t...

Lion

2016 · Movie · 118 min· Updated Jun 2026
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🌐Bengali,English,Hindi· Originally English
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A five-year-old Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta, thousands of kilometers from home. He survives many challenges before being adopted by a couple in Australia; 25 years later, he sets out to find his lost family.

After losing his way in the chaotic streets of Calcutta, Saroo must navigate a lifetime of belonging in Australia while haunted by the ghost of a forgotten home. He uses modern satellite imagery to trace the jagged path back to his biological roots.

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Dev Patel, Rooney Mara, David Wenham, Nicole Kidman, Abhishek Bharate, Divian Ladwa, Priyanka Bose, Deepti Naval, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Nawazuddin Siddiqui

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The poster features a collage of intimate close-ups of people's faces, evoking a sense of vulnerability and connection. The warm, golden tones of the skin and the soft lighting create a serene and nostalgic atmosphere. The word "LION" is prominently displayed in bold, white letters, symbolizing t...

Lion

2016•⭐ 8.0•118 min•Updated Jun 2026
🌐Bengali,English,Hindi· Originally English

You can stream Lion (2016) on Netflix with a subscription, or rent on FlixFling.

Rated:PG-13
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8.0/10

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84%

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A five-year-old Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta, thousands of kilometers from home. He survives many challenges before being adopted by a couple in Australia; 25 years later, he sets out to find his lost family.

After losing his way in the chaotic streets of Calcutta, Saroo must navigate a lifetime of belonging in Australia while haunted by the ghost of a forgotten home. He uses modern satellite imagery to trace the jagged path back to his biological roots.

Director

Garth Davis

Cast

Dev Patel, Rooney Mara, David Wenham, Nicole Kidman, Abhishek Bharate, Divian Ladwa, Priyanka Bose, Deepti Naval, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Nawazuddin Siddiqui

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The film received very positive reviews, with Patel's and Kidman's performances particularly praised. s undeniably uplifting story and talented cast make it a moving journey that transcends the...

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What Critics Say

The film received very positive reviews, with Patel's and Kidman's performances particularly praised. s undeniably uplifting story and talented cast make it a moving journey that transcends the...

Source: Wikipedia

Based on True StoryTrue CrimeFree MoviesSurvivalFemale ProtagonistKaijuPrisonTrendingFilm NoirBased on Video GameHeistSupernaturalPsychological ThrillerRoad TripComing SoonBased on True StoryTrue CrimeFree MoviesSurvivalFemale ProtagonistKaijuPrisonTrendingFilm NoirBased on Video GameHeistSupernaturalPsychological ThrillerRoad TripComing Soon

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