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Phantom India

5.419691 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Louis Malle called his gorgeous and groundbreaking Phantom India the most personal film of his career. And this extraordinary journey to India, originally shown as a miniseries on European television, is infused with his sense of discovery, as well as occasional outrage, intrigue, and joy.

DirectorLouis Malle
WritersLouis Malle·Guy Bechtel
ProducersClaude Nedjar·Elliott Kastner

Where to watch

Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Reflections in a Lens
Jul 25, 1969
E2
A Barbarian in Madras
Aug 1, 1969
E3
Holy India
Aug 8, 1969
E4
Shadow Without Substance
Aug 15, 1969
E5
Invisible Frontiers
Aug 22, 1969
E6
Cults, Creeds and Clans
Aug 29, 1969
E7
Where East Goes West
Sep 5, 1969

Cast · Directed by Louis Malle

LMLouis Malle
Louis Malle
Self - Narrator

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Phantom India — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Phantom India?

Phantom India is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Phantom India on Netflix?

No, Phantom India is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Phantom India on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Phantom India isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Phantom India for free?

Phantom India is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Phantom India?

Phantom India has 1 season in total (7 episodes). The series concluded in 1969.

Are all episodes of Phantom India out yet?

Yes — all 7 episodes across 1 season of Phantom India are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Phantom India?

No — Phantom India ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.