Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001)

The year is 1893 and India is under British occupation. In a small village, the tyrannical Captain Russell has imposed an unprecedented land tax on its citizens. Outraged, Bhuvan, a rebellious farmer, rallies the villagers to publicly oppose the tax. Russell offers a novel way to settle the dispute: he challenges Bhuvan and his men to a game of cricket, a sport completely foreign to India. If Bhuvan and his men can defeat Russell's team, the tax will be repealed.

Genres: Adventure, Drama, History

What to watch after Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India

• Swades (2004) — Ashutosh Gowariker directed both
• Rang De Basanti (2006) — Same subject: patriotism
• Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992) — Same feel: dramatic, uplifting
• Like Stars on Earth (2007) — Aamir Khan produced both
• Dangal (2016) — Aamir Khan appears in both
• Slumdog Millionaire (2008)