Streetsmart (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1994, Streetsmart is an action and drama film directed by Ishmael Bernal, running about 120 minutes. “Yesterday's most wanted criminals are today's society darlings.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The first team-up of Richard Gomez and Carmina Villaruel, playing Ardo and Rosel in this action flick, which is at the same time Ishmael Bernal's last film that is an attack on the religious establishment. Together, they become a part of Manila's petty underworld. After all the ordeals they encounter, they realize that they lost their innocence as they brush with evil and corruption. But they still survive the ordeal and make a new life somewhere else.

Who’s in it. Streetsmart stars Richard Gomez as Ardo, Carmina Villarroel as Rosel, Janice de Belen as Julie and Cherie Gil as Anya, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Streetsmart has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Streetsmart page.

If you liked it. Fans of Streetsmart tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Streetsmart (1994)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Streetsmart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Streetsmart worth watching?
Streetsmart holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Streetsmart?
Streetsmart stars Richard Gomez, Carmina Villarroel, Janice de Belen, Cherie Gil and Bembol Roco.
When was Streetsmart released?
Streetsmart was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.