Metro Manila movie poster

Metro Manila

"Desperate men take desperate measures."

July 17, 2013 2h 0m 7.2/10 (164 votes)

Originally released in 2013. Metro Manila is a crime/thriller film. directed by Sean Ellis. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Jake Macapagal, Althea Vega, and John Arcilla

Synopsis

Looking for a brighter future in metropolitan Manila, Oscar Ramirez and his family leave their miserable life in the rice terraces of Banaue, in the northern Philippines. In the sweltering capital, where all kind of perils lurk in every corner, Oscar catches a lucky break when he is offered a steady work for an armored truck company and the senior officer Ong takes him under his wing.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 17, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 2h 0m 120 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (164 votes)
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Language TL Original language
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Country Philippines + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
TL

Production Companies

  • Chocolate Frog Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Metro Manila about?

Looking for a brighter future in metropolitan Manila, Oscar Ramirez and his family leave their miserable life in the rice terraces of Banaue, in the northern Philippines. In the sweltering capital,...

Who directed Metro Manila?

Metro Manila was directed by Sean Ellis.

How long is Metro Manila?

Metro Manila has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).

When was Metro Manila released?

Metro Manila was released on July 17, 2013 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Metro Manila?

The main cast of Metro Manila includes Jake Macapagal, Althea Vega, John Arcilla, Ana Abad Santos, Mailes Kanapi.

Is Metro Manila worth watching?

Metro Manila has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 164 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.