Nayattu
Three police officers are forced to go on the run when they get tangled in the death of a youth, a few days before the election.
Directed by Martin Prakkat · Thriller · Drama · 124 min · 2021
Director
Martin Prakkat
Writer
Shahi Kabir
Studio
Gold Coin Motion Picture Company / Martin Prakkat Films
Release
2021-04-08
Runtime
124 min
Genres
Thriller, Drama
Cast & Characters
CPO Sunitha
Nimisha Sajayan
Chief Minister
Jaffer Idukki
SP Anuradha
Yama Gilgamesh
DYSP Crime Branch
Anil Nedumangad
CPO Praveen Michael
Kunchako Boban
Chief Minister Jayaprakash
Jaffar Idukki
SHO
Jithu Asharef
Moorthi
Vinod Sagar
Krishna Prasad
Hakkim
Hakim Shahjahan
Biju
Dineesh P.
Rahul
Jineesh Chandran
Did You Know?
Kunchacko Boban appears in 6 films in our catalog, including Take Off, Traffic.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Principal photography of the film began before the COVID-19 pandemic in India and stopped during lockdown period.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 6 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 7.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Nayattu holds 7.5/10 on TMDb (46 votes). (Not in OMDb — sourced from TMDb instead.)
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of July 30, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (7.5/10 on TMDb (46 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nayattu good? What are critics saying?+
Nayattu holds 7.5/10 on TMDb (46 votes). (Not in OMDb — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is Nayattu?+
Nayattu has a runtime of 124 min.
Who directed Nayattu?+
Nayattu was directed by Martin Prakkat.
Where can I watch Nayattu?+
Nayattu is available to stream, rent, or buy on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Nayattu" received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised the film's ability to subvert expectations and deliver a thought-provoking social commentary. Many reviewers noted the film's well-balanced blend of thriller elements and emotional depth, with some even calling it a standout in Malayalam cinema this year. Overall, the critical response was overwhelmingly favorable, with several reviewers awarding high marks for their performances.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
