K.G.F: Chapter 1
A period drama set in the 1970s, KGF follows the story of a fierce rebel who rises against the brutal oppression in Kolar Gold Fields and becomes the symbol of hope to legions of downtrodden people.
Directed by Prashanth Neel · Action · Thriller · Adventure · 156 min · 2018
Director
Prashanth Neel
Writer
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Studio
Hombale Films
Release
2018-12-20
Runtime
156 min
Genres
Action, Thriller, Adventure, Crime
Full Plot
In 1951, a mysterious yellow stone unearthed in southern Mysore sparks a chain of events that sets off a violent struggle for control over the Kolar Gold Fields. A vast criminal empire is built around its wealth, with five trusted associates vying for power and survival. Amidst this chaos, a young boy named Rocky grows up driven by a promise to his dying mother, seeking immense wealth and power.
Cast & Characters
Rocky / Raja Krishnappa Bairya
Yash
Garuda
Ramachandra Raju
Shanthamma / Rocky's Mother
Archana Jois
Anand Ingalagi
Anant Nag
Kamal
Vasishta N. Simha
young Rocky
Anmol Vijay
young Anand Ingalagi
Ashok Sharma
Guru Pandian, DYSS party president
Achyuth Kumar
Virat, Garuda's younger brother
Vinay Bidappa
Rajendra Desai, Reena's father
Lakki Lakshman
Andrews, Shetty's boss
B. S. Avinash
Daya, Andrews' secretary
Tarak Ponnappa
Did You Know?
K.G.F: Chapter 1 is part of TMDb's "K.G.F Collection."
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
Prashanth Neel has directed 3 films in our catalog, including K.G.F: Chapter 2, Salaar.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Yash appears in 3 films in our catalog, including Toxic, K.G.F: Chapter 2.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Did You Know K.G.F: Chapter 1 was one of the most expensive films in Kannada cinema.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-06
Did You Know the film's director Prashanth Neel planned to split it into two parts due to its non-linear narration and commercial prospects.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-06
Did You Know the film was initially meant to be a Kannada-only release, but later became a multilingual film in several languages including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-06
Critical Assessment
K.G.F: Chapter 1 holds 7.5/10 on TMDb (286 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 12, 2026
Where to Watch
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (7.5/10 on TMDb (286 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is K.G.F: Chapter 1's Rotten Tomatoes score?+
K.G.F: Chapter 1 holds a 67% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is K.G.F: Chapter 1's IMDb rating?+
K.G.F: Chapter 1 has a 8.2/10 rating on IMDb from 110,193 votes.
Is K.G.F: Chapter 1 good? What are critics saying?+
K.G.F: Chapter 1 holds 7.5/10 on TMDb (286 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is K.G.F: Chapter 1?+
K.G.F: Chapter 1 has a runtime of 156 min.
Who directed K.G.F: Chapter 1?+
K.G.F: Chapter 1 was directed by Prashanth Neel.
Where can I watch K.G.F: Chapter 1?+
K.G.F: Chapter 1 is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video.
Fan & Critic Buzz
K.G.F: Chapter 1 received mixed reviews for its box office performance, with some critics praising its record-breaking opening weekend and others highlighting its uneven earnings across different territories. The film's success was largely attributed to its strong opening day collections, particularly in Karnataka, where it became the highest-grossing film of all time. However, its earnings varied significantly across other regions, including the United States, where it struggled to maintain a consistent pace.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
