Manila (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2000, Manila is a drama film directed by Romuald Karmakar, running about 113 minutes. “No matter how far you travel, you'll always be a bastard!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Due to a delayed flight a group of German flight passengers have to wait in the hall of the airport of Manila. The crowd is quite mixed, ranging from an cultivated east German teacher couple up to sleazy sex tourists. As the waiting prolongs, more and more aggressions and long repressed behaviors shed their way to the surface.
Who’s in it. Manila stars Eddi Arent as Eddi, Ana Capri as Cora, Margit Carstensen as Regine Gorler and Michael Degen as Walter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Manila has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manila page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manila tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manila (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manila change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manila worth watching?
- Manila holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Manila?
- Manila stars Eddi Arent, Ana Capri, Margit Carstensen, Michael Degen and Sky du Mont.
- When was Manila released?
- Manila was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.