Sacred Games
Sacred Games

Sacred Games

2019TV ShowCanceled2 SeasonsHindi

A link in their pasts leads an honest cop to a fugitive gang boss, whose cryptic warning spurs the officer on a quest to save Mumbai from cataclysm.

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IMDb8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic77/100
Google Users88%
Director: Vikram Motwane, Anurag KashyapGenres: Crime Thriller, Drama, Action

Plot Summary

A hardened Mumbai police officer receives a cryptic tip from a notorious gangster, setting off a tense game of cat and mouse. As the officer delves deeper, he uncovers a vast criminal conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of the city. The gangster's past and the officer's present collide, forcing them to confront dark secrets and fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Sacred Games was met with widespread critical acclaim for its complex narrative, compelling performances, and gritty portrayal of Mumbai's underworld. It was praised for its ambitious storytelling, intricate plot, and the high production quality, becoming a landmark series for Indian streaming content.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense plot and character development.
  • Celebrated for strong performances, particularly from Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Saif Ali Khan.
  • Noted for its realistic and gritty depiction of crime and corruption.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the gripping storyline and excellent acting as major strengths. Many viewers appreciated the show's dark and realistic tone, finding it a captivating watch. Some minor criticisms involved the complexity of the plot, but overall, it was highly recommended.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for International Emmy Awards, won numerous Indian film and web awards.

Fun Fact

The series is based on Vikram Chandra's 2006 novel of the same name, which is set in the fictional city of Bombay.

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Folio Swami

Folio Swami

Only God the Government could save Mumbai from ”cataclysm” with his angels:the ”honest” cops. A fairy tale for the true believers in the God of Taxes.