Jail
Three youngsters in a resettlement colony that houses people displaced from their neighbourhood because of gentrification try to chart out a life for themselves.
Directed by Vasanthabalan · Drama · 134 min · 2021
Director
Vasanthabalan
Writer
Bakkiyam Shankar, S. Ramakrishnan
Studio
Krikes Cine Creations
Release
2021-12-09
Runtime
134 min
Genres
Drama
Full Plot
In this drama, three childhood friends are forced to leave their home village and start anew in a harsh environment. As they struggle to adapt, they must also fight for their rights and find ways to survive. Their journey is marked by hardship and determination as they navigate their new reality.
Cast & Characters
Rosamalar
Abarnathi
Paapamma, Karuna's mother
Radhika Sarathkumar
Rocky
Nandhan Ram
Tamizh
Kalaiarasan "Kalai"
Pasanga Pandi
Rani
Saranya Ravichandran
Mariapushpam
Jennifer
Kalai's mother
KVN Manimegalai
a police officer
S. K. Jeeva
Muthu, Kalai's uncle
P. T. Selvakumar
Kaveri Nagar resident
S. Sathyendra
Did You Know?
Vasanthabalan has directed 4 films in our catalog, including Aneethi, Kaaviya Thalaivan.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
G. V. Prakash Kumar appears in 23 films in our catalog, including Rebel, Pencil.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
In 2018, it was announced that G.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Jail holds 3.0/10 on TMDb (2 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
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United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (3.0/10 on TMDb (2 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jail's IMDb rating?+
Jail has a 4.7/10 rating on IMDb from 437 votes.
Is Jail good? What are critics saying?+
Jail holds 3.0/10 on TMDb (2 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is Jail?+
Jail has a runtime of 134 min.
Who directed Jail?+
Jail was directed by Vasanthabalan.
Where can I watch Jail?+
Jail is available to stream, rent, or buy on Google Play Movies, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, AP International South Cinema Amazon Channel.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie received mixed reviews from critics, with some finding it lacking in emotional impact and others appreciating its attempt at celebrating equality and empathy. Some reviewers praised the film's opening credits as a thoughtful gesture, while others criticized its attempts at humor. Overall, opinions were divided on the film's ability to deliver a strong emotional drama.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
