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Merantau

"Every journey must begin with one small step."

August 6, 2009 2h 14m 6.5/10 (229 votes)

Originally released in 2009. Merantau is a action/drama film. directed by Gareth Evans. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Iko Uwais, Chika Jessica, and Christine Hakim

Synopsis

In Minangkabau, West Sumatera, Yuda a skilled practitioner of Silat Harimau is in the final preparations to begin his "Merantau" a century's old rites-of-passage to be carried out by the community's young men that will see him leave the comforts of his idyllic farming village and make a name for himself in the bustling city of Jakarta.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 6, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 2h 14m 134 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (229 votes)
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Box Office $154.7K Worldwide gross
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Language ID Original language
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Country Hong Kong + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ID
Revenue
$154,660

Production Companies

  • PT. Merantau Films
  • Golden Network Asia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merantau about?

In Minangkabau, West Sumatera, Yuda a skilled practitioner of Silat Harimau is in the final preparations to begin his "Merantau" a century's old rites-of-passage to be carried out by the community'...

Who directed Merantau?

Merantau was directed by Gareth Evans.

How long is Merantau?

Merantau has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).

When was Merantau released?

Merantau was released on August 6, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Merantau?

The main cast of Merantau includes Iko Uwais, Chika Jessica, Christine Hakim, Mads Koudal, Yusuf Aulia.

Is Merantau worth watching?

Merantau has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 229 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.