where to watch Raid
7.4/10 IMDb
67% Rotten Tomatoes

Where To Watch Raid

Raid is a 2018 Indian Hindi-language crime thriller directed by Raj Kumar Gupta and inspired by real-life income tax raids conducted in India during the 1980s. The film stars Ajay Devgn as Amay Patnaik, an honest and fearless Income Tax officer who leads a daring raid on a powerful and corrupt politician. Set in rural Uttar Pradesh, the movie highlights the clash between integrity and political power. Ileana D’Cruz plays Amay’s supportive wife, while Saurabh Shukla delivers a standout performance as the manipulative antagonist. Known for its gripping tension, realistic storytelling, and strong performances, Raid became a major box-office success.

  • Release Date: 16 March 2018
  • Director: Raj Kumar Gupta
  • Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Language: Hindi
  • Starring: Ajay Devgn, Saurabh Shukla, Ileana D'Cruz, Saanand Verma, Amit Sial
  • Box Office: ₹154.19 Crore Worldwide
  • Where To Watch: Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5

More details about Raid and where you can watch

Released on 16 March 2018, Raid follows the story of Amay Patnaik, an incorruptible Income Tax officer transferred to Lucknow after exposing several high-profile scams. Acting on secret intelligence, Amay conducts a risky raid on the mansion of Rameshwar Singh, a highly influential politician feared across the region. Facing intimidation, political pressure, and local resistance, Amay refuses to back down, believing in the power of truth and law. The narrative unfolds over a tense single-location investigation, revealing hidden wealth, moral conflicts, and systemic corruption. With sharp dialogues, realistic procedures, and strong character development, Raid portrays the courage required to stand against deeply rooted power structures. The film was praised for its realistic tone and Ajay Devgn’s restrained yet powerful performance.

Explore By lineVibe

line Because sometimes you’re not in the mood for a genre — you’re in the mood for a feeling. Group movies by emotional tone instead of traditional genre.

Mind-Bending & Intense

Films that twist perception and push your mind to the edge.

Psychological Maze

Stories that challenge your thoughts and make you rethink everything.

Dreamy & Surreal

Movies that feel like drifting through a vivid, cinematic dream.

30+

Genres Covered

Cracklen Dives Deep Into Every Shade Of Cinema

Wholesome & Heartfelt

Warm, uplifting stories filled with joy, comfort, and feel-good moments.

Underdog Triumphs

Root for the unlikely heroes who rise, fight, and win against the odds.

Cosmic & Philosophical

Cinematic journeys that explore life, existence, and the universe itself.

Did You Know

Raid is inspired by a real income-tax raid that lasted over 18 hours, one of the longest in Indian history, during which officials uncovered massive undisclosed wealth hidden inside walls, ceilings, and secret compartments.