The World of Apu

1h 45m · 1959 · Directed by Satyajit Ray · 4.4 / 5 on Letterboxd

The World of Apu (1959) runs 1h 45m, directed by Satyajit Ray. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

Apu, now a jobless ex-student dreaming vaguely of a future as a writer, is invited to join an old college friend on a trip up-country to a village wedding.

Genres: Drama

Where to watch: HBO Max (US, checked 9 July 2026)