. His work is often categorized into major thematic trilogies and standalone masterpieces. The Apu Trilogy (1955–1959)

A 12-minute silent short film funded by the US public television network ESSO. It depicts a silent rivalry between a wealthy boy in a high-rise building and a poor boy in the slums below. Using toys as metaphors, it serves as a powerful allegory for materialism and class divides.

: This Bengali-language short film was made for the French television channel, France 3. Based on Ray's own short story "Pikoor Diary," the film offers a day in the life of a six-year-old boy, exploring his world of comfort, family dynamics, and childhood perspective. It is a deeply moving character study that showcases Ray's unparalleled ability to direct children and capture nuanced emotions.

Commissioned for Tagore's centenary, this film blends archival footage, sketches, and reenactments to honor Ray’s spiritual and artistic mentor.

Ray was a multi-faceted creator who also wrote popular fiction. He adapted his own famous detective and fantasy stories for the silver screen, delighting audiences of all ages.

A classic whodunit detective film featuring Ray’s famous literary investigator, Byomkesh Bakshi.

Made for Indian television and based on a story by Premchand, this 52-minute short is a brutal critique of the Indian caste system. It stars Om Puri and Smita Patil, chronicling the exploitation of a poor, untouchable laborer. 3. Capturing Reality: Documentaries

Since you requested a "proper feature," I have organized the works of Satyajit Ray into a definitive, curated collection. This list separates his feature films from his acclaimed short films and documentaries, along with a ranking and a guide on where to watch them.

The Criterion Collection: Offers high-definition restorations of the Apu Trilogy, Charulata, and The Big City.Streaming Services: Platforms like MUBI and Amazon Prime often host curated selections of his work.The Satyajit Ray Film and Study Center: Based in Kolkata, this institution works to preserve his scripts, sketches, and original reels.

Ray's feature-length work is categorized by several legendary trilogies and standalone masterpieces that explored humanism, social realism, and the changing face of Bengal.