Sang Pencerah (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2010, Sang Pencerah is a drama and history film directed by Hanung Bramantyo, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Returning from Mecca, Darwis changes his name to Ahmad Dahlan as he is disturbed by the trend of Islamic laws in his society; that borders on heresy, Syrik (polytheism), and Bid’ah (wrong innovation). Using a compass, he proves that the direction of Qibla (that points to Mecca), in the Great Mosque of Kauman is wrong. The discovery angers every Kyai (Islamic experts), especially the head of the Great Mosque of Kauman, Kyai Penghulu Cholil Kamaludiningrat. Dahlan, who studied in Mecca for five years, is seen as a rebel upstart. Since the proposal of changing the direction of Qibla is rejected, Dahlan starts a movement calling for the change. On his first sermon as a preacher, Dahlan criticizes the habits of residents in his village in Yogyakarta: "In a prayer, only a sincere and patient heart is needed, it requires no Kyais, money, let alone offerings". As a result, Dahlan gets a hostile reception.
Who’s in it. Sang Pencerah stars Lukman Sardi as Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan, Zaskia Adya Mecca as Siti Walidah, Slamet Rahardjo as Kyai Penghulu Kamaludiningrat and Giring Ganesha as Sudja, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Sang Pencerah has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sang Pencerah page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sang Pencerah tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sang Pencerah (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sang Pencerah change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sang Pencerah worth watching?
- Sang Pencerah holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sang Pencerah?
- Sang Pencerah stars Lukman Sardi, Zaskia Adya Mecca, Slamet Rahardjo, Giring Ganesha and Ihsan Tarore.
- When was Sang Pencerah released?
- Sang Pencerah was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.