When was Gundala released, and is there a release date in the Philippines?

Gundala first premiered on August 29, 2019. A Philippines-specific release date has not been announced in TMDB data.

Who is in the cast of Gundala?

Abimana Aryasatya stars as Sancaka / Gundala, with Tara Basro as Wulan, Bront Palarae as Pengkor, Ario Bayu as Ghani Zulham / Ghazul, Muzakki Ramdhan as young Sancaka, and Marissa Anita, Lukman Sardi, Rio Dewanto and Cecep Arif Rahman in supporting roles.

What is the plot of Gundala?

Sancaka grew up alone on the streets and learned to put his own safety first. As his city and country fall deeper into injustice, he must choose between protecting only himself and rising up as a hero for the oppressed.

How long is Gundala and what language is it in?

Gundala runs 123 minutes and is in Indonesian. It was written and directed by Joko Anwar.

Gundala (2019): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch in PH

Gundala Plot: What the Story Is About

At the centre of Gundala is Sancaka, a young man who has been fending for himself since childhood. After his parents disappeared from his life, he grew up on the streets, and those years taught him one survival rule: look out for yourself first and stay out of other people’s trouble.

But the world around him will not stay quiet. His city is sliding into deeper disorder, and injustice is spreading across the country. Ordinary people are increasingly pushed around with no one willing to stand up for them. Sancaka’s habit of keeping his head down starts to feel harder to justify.

The film builds its story around a single, pressing choice. Does Sancaka keep living the guarded life that has kept him alive so far? Or does he step forward for the people who are being trampled and become the protector they need? The film’s tagline, “This nation needs a patriot,” sums up the question hanging over him. The result is an origin story rooted in hardship rather than privilege, set against a society in crisis.

Gundala — Mood illustration, not a still from the film — Mood illustration, not a still from the film

What Makes Gundala Notable

An Indonesian superhero on the big screen. Gundala is an Indonesian production that adapts a homegrown comic character, also known in its source material as Putra Petir. The film comes from Bumilangit Studios together with Screenplay Films, Legacy Pictures, Ideosource Entertainment and Screenplay Bumilangit. It is associated with the Bumilangit cinematic universe (Jagat Sinema Bumilangit), which brings local comic heroes to film.

Written and directed by Joko Anwar. Joko Anwar handled both the screenplay and the direction, so the film carries a single creative vision from page to screen.

Gundala cast. Abimana Aryasatya leads as Sancaka / Gundala, with Muzakki Ramdhan playing the younger Sancaka. The supporting cast includes:

Tara Basro as Wulan
Bront Palarae as Pengkor
Ario Bayu as Ghani Zulham / Ghazul
Faris Fadjar as Young Awang
Rio Dewanto as Sancaka’s father
Marissa Anita as Kurniati Dewi
Lukman Sardi as Ridwan Bahri
Cecep Arif Rahman as Swara Batin / The Dancer

Genre and format. The film blends action, adventure and science fiction. It runs 123 minutes and is in Indonesian.

Looking for a Gundala review? The film’s audience score is shown separately on this page as the Drama4U Score, alongside this guide to the story, cast and context.

Who Will Enjoy Gundala

Superhero fans curious about heroes from outside Hollywood, especially from Southeast Asia
Viewers who like origin stories about an underdog shaped by a tough upbringing
Fans of action cinema who enjoy hand-to-hand fight scenes and grounded street-level stakes
Anyone exploring Indonesian films or comic adaptations from the region
Audiences who appreciate superhero stories with a social and political backdrop

Gundala Release Date and Where to Watch in the Philippines

Gundala first premiered on August 29, 2019, so it is an already released film. A Philippines-specific release date has not been announced in TMDB data.

As for where to watch Gundala in the Philippines, no streaming, rental or purchase option is yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of October 24, 2026. Availability can change, so check your preferred local streaming services for updates. An official trailer is available for anyone who wants a preview of the film’s tone before watching.

Trailer

Cast

Abimana Aryasatyaas Sancaka / GundalaSee credits →
Tara Basroas WulanSee credits →
Bront Palaraeas PengkorSee credits →
Ario Bayuas Ghani Zulham / Ghazul
Muzakki Ramdhanas Young SancakaSee credits →
Faris Fadjaras Young Awang
Rio Dewantoas Sancaka's Father
Marissa Anitaas Kurniati Dewi

Photo: TMDB

FAQ

When was Gundala released, and is there a release date in the Philippines?: Gundala first premiered on August 29, 2019. A Philippines-specific release date has not been announced in TMDB data.
Where can I watch Gundala in the Philippines?: No streaming or rental platform for the Philippines is yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of October 24, 2026. Check local streaming services for updates.
Who is in the cast of Gundala?: Abimana Aryasatya stars as Sancaka / Gundala, with Tara Basro as Wulan, Bront Palarae as Pengkor, Ario Bayu as Ghani Zulham / Ghazul, Muzakki Ramdhan as young Sancaka, and Marissa Anita, Lukman Sardi, Rio Dewanto and Cecep Arif Rahman in supporting roles.
What is the plot of Gundala?: Sancaka grew up alone on the streets and learned to put his own safety first. As his city and country fall deeper into injustice, he must choose between protecting only himself and rising up as a hero for the oppressed.
How long is Gundala and what language is it in?: Gundala runs 123 minutes and is in Indonesian. It was written and directed by Joko Anwar.

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