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The Archies (film)

The Archies is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language teen musical film directed by Zoya Akhtar.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Archies is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language teen musical film directed by Zoya Akhtar. It is a live-action adaptation of Archie Comics characters, set in a fictional 1960s Indian town called Riverdale. The film was released on Netflix in December 2023.

Premise

The film reimagines Archie Comics characters in a 1960s Anglo-Indian community in India, centered on the fictional town of Riverdale. Its plot involves the teenagers’ relationships and their effort to protect a local park from redevelopment.

Production

The Archies was directed by Zoya Akhtar, who co-produced the film with Reema Kagti and Sharad Devarajan. It was produced through Tiger Baby Films and Graphic India.

Release

The film premiered on Netflix on 7 December 2023 and is listed as available for streaming on the platform. Some coverage also noted a theatrical release date in India on the same day.

Cast

Lead roles include Agastya Nanda as Archie Andrews, Khushi Kapoor as Betty Cooper, and Suhana Khan as Veronica Lodge. Other featured cast members include Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Aditi Saigal, and Yuvraj Menda.

Key facts

  • The film is a live-action adaptation of the Archie Comics property.
  • It is set in a fictional Indian version of Riverdale in the 1960s.
  • The story follows Archie and his friends as they deal with friendship, romance, and a plan to save a beloved park from redevelopment.
  • Zoya Akhtar directed the film and co-produced it with Reema Kagti under Tiger Baby Films.
  • The film stars Agastya Nanda, Suhana Khan, and Khushi Kapoor among its lead cast.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Archies?
The Archies is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language teen musical film based on Archie Comics characters.
Who directed The Archies?
Zoya Akhtar directed the film.
Where is the film set?
It is set in a fictional town called Riverdale in 1960s India.
When was The Archies released?
It began streaming on Netflix on 7 December 2023.
Who stars in the film?
The lead cast includes Agastya Nanda, Suhana Khan, and Khushi Kapoor.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Archies_(film)
    Supports: Basic film identification, director, production companies, and adaptation details.
  2. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81134807
    Supports: Streaming availability, premise, and lead cast.
  3. Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/the-archies-movie-characters-release-date
    Supports: Setting, premise, characters, and streaming release information.
  4. USA Today — https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2023/12/07/the-archies-movie-netflix-cast-release-date/71839639007/
    Supports: Release date, cast, and production credits.
  5. The Hindu — https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/the-archies-movie-review-too-basic-but-the-kids-are-all-right/article67613917.ece
    Supports: Runtime, cast, plot summary, and Netflix availability.
  6. RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-archies-movie-review-2023
    Supports: Setting in a fictional North Indian Riverdale and general premise.
  7. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15979666/
    Supports: Plot synopsis and setting in 1960s India.