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Gundala

2019·Movie
2h 3min
IMDb6.1Rotten Tomatoes75%78%

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Gundala fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

This nation needs a patriot.

Sancaka has lived on the streets since his parents left him. Living a hard life, Sancaka survives by thinking about his own safety. When the condition of the city gets worse and injustice rages throughout the country, Sancaka must decide whether he continues to live to look after himself or rise to become their oppressed hero.
Indonesian SuperheroGritty ActionSocial Justice ThemeOrigin StoryVigilante ThrillerUrban CrimeVisually DynamicComing-of-AgePulsating

Crew

Directed by:
Joko Anwar, Tommy Dewo, Zulfani Pasa
Written by:
Joko Anwar, Hasmi
Produced by:
Sukhdev Singh, Andi Boediman, Wicky V. Olindo
Composed by:
Aghi Narottama, Tony Merle, Khikmawan Santosa

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Gundala

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Gundala legally?

PrimeThe RokuKanopyHooplaPluto TVVIX Hi-YAHPlex

Gundala is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hi-YAH, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. 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 Gundala worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 75%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Gundala rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Gundala?

2 h 3 min

Gundala runs 2 h 3 min.

Is Gundala based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Gundala?

Critics75
Audiences70

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 70 out of 100, so both groups see Gundala much the same way.

Was Gundala a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$4 million

Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 2.3 times its budget.

What language is Gundala in?

Indonesian

It was made in Indonesian. Produced in Indonesia.

In how many countries can I watch Gundala?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Gundala in 48 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Gundala use?

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TV Tropes lists 93 storytelling tropes for Gundala, including Collateral Angst, One-Man Army, Elite Mooks.