Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Strong
- Complexity
- Layered
- Violence
- Moderate
- stylish
- tense
- propulsive
- bollywood movie night
- action marathon
What critics said
Critics broadly praised the stylish modernization of the crime formula, strong performances, polished craft, and action spectacle, while some found the plotting conventional or predictable.
What sets it apart
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Vijay is trained to resemble Don and infiltrates the cartel while the truth of his identity remains hidden.
Critics specifically described the film as a modern neo-noir where bad characters fight bad, with a darker updated tone than a conventional good-versus-evil formula.
After DeSilva's death, Vijay loses the protection of the police while the cartel discovers or suspects his imposture and seeks revenge.
The plot involves Indian and Malaysian authorities investigating drug trafficking routes linking Asia and Europe.
Films like Don, and why
Don
stylish crime thriller built around an elusive criminal mastermind, shifting identities, and elaborate reversals
Dhoom 2
Hindi action crime film combining organized crime, romance, songs, star charisma, and high-energy set pieces
Race
glossy international crime thriller centered on deception, infiltration, and a charismatic underworld figure
Special 26
masala action thriller featuring mistaken identity, undercover operations, and an entertaining cat-and-mouse pursuit
Movie Details
- Director
- Farhan Akhtar
- Release Date
- 2006-10-20
- Runtime
- 178 min
- Rating
- 6.9 / 10 (323)
Cast
- Shah Rukh Khan
- Priyanka Chopra Jonas
- Arjun Rampal
- Boman Irani
- Om Puri
- Isha Koppikar
- Pavan Malhotra
- Rajesh Khattar
- Kareena Kapoor Khan
- Diwakar Pundir
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
- Rent
- Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
- Buy
- Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Don about?
- A hunted police informer impersonating a notorious cartel boss must survive a collapsing undercover operation while searching for evidence that can clear his name.
- What is Don like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Don as brisk, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as layered.
- Is Don violent?
- Somewhat. Ember rates the violence in Don as moderate.
- What did critics think of Don?
- Critics broadly praised the stylish modernization of the crime formula, strong performances, polished craft, and action spectacle, while some found the plotting conventional or predictable.
- Which films are like Don?
- Films with a similar feel include Don, Dhoom 2, Race, and Special 26.
- How long is Don?
- Don runs 178 minutes.
- Where can I watch Don?
- In United States, Don streams on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
