Espadang patpat (1990): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1990, Espadang patpat is an action, comedy, fantasy and drama film directed by Efren Jarlego, running about 127 minutes.

What it’s about. Dim-witted and stuttering Pidol is the brunt of his townsfolk's ridicule. Not even being reconciled to his dad Andres changes his luck, for under Andres' nose Pidol is tormented by his stepmother Husing and stepdaughter Sunshine. Just when he is about to give up, Pidol meets Zonrox, an alien sent to earth to avert the evil plans of fellow alien Clorox. In exchange for a momentary magical brush-up on his speech and bearing, Pidol helps Zonrox in locating Clorox before she spreads havoc upon Pidol's planet. Pidol grows increasingly apprehensive as the great battle between the Clorox and Zonrox approaches, but for a completely different reason: indeed, it would be a great blow for the planet should Clorox triumphs in the skirmish--but is it any less painful to lose his first genuine friend in the whole cosmos, especially when Pidol is bound to lose Zonrox one way or another?

Who’s in it. Espadang patpat stars Dolphy as Pidol, Eric Quizon as Banjo, Vandolph as Zonrox and Angelique Lazo as Donna, among others.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Espadang patpat 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.