MyCinema has not rated Merantau for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, drama, and thriller film.

Where can I watch Merantau in the US?

Merantau streams on Philo, Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel, and Warriors and Gangsters Amazon Channel, is free on Hoopla, Philo, Xumo Play, and 1 more, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Merantau?

Merantau runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).

Is Merantau suitable for kids?

TMDB lists no age rating for Merantau in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.

TMDB20092h 14mAction / Drama / Thriller

Merantau

Name: Merantau
Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller
Released: 2009-08-06
Duration: 134 min

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.

TMDB audience score

Based on 253 votes

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Merantau at a glance

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Runtime

Long watch · 2h 14m

At 2h 14m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Action · Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under action, drama, and thriller.

US availability

3 subscriptions · 4 free · 6 to rent · 6 to buy

Included with 3 subscription services: Philo, Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel, and Warriors and Gangsters Amazon Channel. Free or ad-supported on Hoopla, Philo, Xumo Play, and 1 more. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 6 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 253 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Merantau tonight

It needs the whole evening: 2h 14m.
It is included with Philo, Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel, and Warriors and Gangsters Amazon Channel in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 253 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Merantau

Is Merantau scary?: MyCinema has not rated Merantau for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, drama, and thriller film.
Where can I watch Merantau in the US?: Merantau streams on Philo, Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel, and Warriors and Gangsters Amazon Channel, is free on Hoopla, Philo, Xumo Play, and 1 more, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Merantau?: Merantau runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).
Is Merantau suitable for kids?: TMDB lists no age rating for Merantau in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.

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