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Where to watch the Sarkar films in order

The Sarkar franchise is a crime, action and drama series of 3 films released between 2005 and 2017. It runs from Sarkar (2005) to Sarkar 3 (2017), and this guide lays out every film in the order to watch it, with where each one streams in India.

3
films
3 of 3
on Indian OTT
2005–2017
release span
6h 20m
watch time
UA
age rating
CrimeActionDramaAdventure
Sarkar
Sarkar Raj
Sarkar 3
Where to watch in India

All 3 Sarkar films stream in India, split across Prime Video and Zee5 — the complete saga without renting a thing.

The Sarkar franchise, explained

Reviews across the series are mixed: its 3 rated films average 6.2 on TMDB, peaking at 6.9 for Sarkar (2005) and dropping to 5.2 for Sarkar 3 (2017).

Watched back to back, the films add up to about 6h 20m of screen time. The toughest age rating across the franchise is UA, so plan the saga accordingly.

This guide lists every film in release order with its India streaming home, so you always know what to watch next and where. We refresh availability as titles move between platforms.

How to watch the Sarkar films in order

The clearest way through the Sarkar franchise is release order — the sequence the films came out in. Begin with Sarkar (2005) and finish on Sarkar 3 (2017). All 3 stream in India, though you'll move between Prime Video and Zee5 along the way. Back to back, the full binge runs about 6h 20m.

3 films, in release order

  1. 1
    The film that started the franchise — and its highest-rated.

    Sarkar

    20056.92h 3mMovieUA

    There Are No Rights And Wrongs, Only Power - Sarkar.

    Director: Ram Gopal Varma

    Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Kay Kay Menon, Supriya Pathak

    Streaming in India

    Subhash Nagre runs a parallel government in the city where he has a cult following. When his enemies plot to murder him, his son takes charge and stands up against them.

    CrimeActionDrama
  2. 2
    The second film in the franchise.

    Sarkar Raj

    20086.42h 5mMovieUA

    Power Cannot Be Given It Has To Be Taken

    Director: Ram Gopal Varma

    Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Govind Namdeo

    Streaming in India

    When Anita Raja, CEO of Sheppard power plant, brings a power plant proposal to set up in rural Mahrashtra before the Nagres, insightful Shankar is quick to realise the benefits the power plant can bring to the people.

    ActionAdventureCrimeDrama
  3. 3
    The most recent film — and its lowest-rated.

    Sarkar 3

    20175.22h 12mMovieUA

    Angrier Than Ever

    Director: Ram Gopal Varma

    Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Amit Sadh, Jackie Shroff, Manoj Bajpayee

    Streaming in India

    Subhash Nagre or Sarkar, the patriarch of the most powerful family of Maharashtra, continues to hold centre-stage because of his immense clout with the masses. In this outing, the Godfather is joined by his grandson Shivaji Nagre who loves and hates his grandfather with equal intensity. Will Shivaji betray Subhash? Or will he become a prey to his grandfather’s machinations?

    Crime

Sarkar: where to watch — FAQ

How many Sarkar films are there?
There are 3 Sarkar films, released between 2005 and 2017 — from Sarkar (2005) to Sarkar 3 (2017).
Where can I watch the Sarkar films in India?
All 3 Sarkar films stream on Indian OTT on Prime Video and Zee5. You can watch the whole series with a single subscription.
Is Sarkar on Netflix in India?
No. In India the Sarkar films are not on Netflix — they stream on Prime Video and Zee5.
What order should I watch the Sarkar films in?
Watch them in release order, starting with Sarkar (2005) and ending with Sarkar 3 (2017). The full 3-film order is listed above.

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