Metro Manila (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2013, Metro Manila is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Sean Ellis, running about 111 minutes. “Desperate men take desperate measures” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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, 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.
Who’s in it. Metro Manila stars Jake Macapagal as Oscar Ramirez, John Arcilla as Douglas Ong, Althea Vega as Mai Ramirez and Erin Panlilio as Angel Ramirez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Metro Manila has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Metro Manila page.
If you liked it. Fans of Metro Manila 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 Metro Manila (2013)?
- In GB, Metro Manila is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Metro Manila worth watching?
- Metro Manila holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Metro Manila?
- Metro Manila stars Jake Macapagal, John Arcilla, Althea Vega, Erin Panlilio and Iasha Aceio.
- When was Metro Manila released?
- Metro Manila was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.