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Merantau

2009·Movie
2h 14min
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes–62%

Where to watch

PhiloHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexMagnolia Selects

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What's your score?

Your score

Merantau fingerprint

High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Coming of Age6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

Every journey must begin with one small step.

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.
Indonesian Martial ArtsSilatAction ChoreographyComing of AgeUrban CrimeFast PacedVisceral CombatTraditional vs. Modern

Crew

Directed by:
Gareth Evans
Written by:
Gareth Evans
Produced by:
Ario Sagantoro, Daiwanne Ralie, Rangga Maya Barack-Evans
Composed by:
Satrio Budiono, Satrio Budiono, Suhadi

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Merantau

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Merantau legally?

PhiloHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexMagnolia SelectsWarriors and GangstersTubi TV

Merantau is included with a subscription to Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Merantau worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Merantau rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Merantau?

2 h 14 min

Merantau runs 2 h 14 min.

What language is Merantau in?

Indonesian

It was made in Indonesian. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China, Indonesia.

In how many countries can I watch Merantau?

25ATAUBECACHCZDEDKFIFRGBGGIDIE+11

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Merantau in 25 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Merantau use?

Nice GuyHair-Trigger TemperCool Big SisVillainous FriendshipBittersweet EndingAx-CrazyEvil CounterpartMook ChivalryHow Dare You Die on Me!Kick ChickEverybody Was Kung-Fu FightingThe Dragonand 22 more

TV Tropes lists 34 storytelling tropes for Merantau, including Nice Guy, Hair-Trigger Temper, Cool Big Sis.