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Series · 1988 · 50 min · 1 seasons

Tamas (1988)

Original title: तमस

“An unforgettable saga of partition”

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Tamas is a TV series (Drama) that first aired in 1988. Tamas has 1 seasons and 6 episodes in total. There is currently no known legal streaming option for Tamas in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Last episode S1 · E6 — Episode 6 February 13, 1988

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Plot

Based on the novel by Bhisham Sahni, Tamas is an epic drama set against the backdrop of riot-stricken North India on the eve of Partition in 1947. Nathu, an outcast, is hired to kill a pig, whose carcass he’s later appalled to find in front of the mosque. A riot follows and, ridden with guilt, Nathu takes his ailing mother and pregnant wife and leaves town.

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#based on novel or book#miniseries#partition

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Tamas?

There is currently no known legal streaming option for Tamas in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Who stars in Tamas?

The main cast of Tamas includes Om Puri, Deepa Sahi, Uttara Baokar, Amrish Puri and A.K. Hangal.

Who created Tamas?

Tamas was created by Govind Nihalani.

How many seasons and episodes does Tamas have?

Tamas has 1 seasons and 6 episodes in total.

When was Tamas released?

Tamas first aired on January 9, 1988.

Has Tamas ended?

Yes, Tamas has ended.

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Updated: October 26, 2026 ·