Jamila and the President (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2009, Jamila and the President is a drama film directed by Ratna Sarumpaet, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Jamila is a prostitute serving a life sentence behind bars. She surrenders herself to the authorities after admitting she killed a high-ranking minister, and refuses to be represented by any lawyer or request a plea to ease her sentence.
Who’s in it. Jamila and the President stars Atiqah Hasiholan as Jamila, Surya Saputra as Sipir Surya, Christine Hakim as Ria and Fauzi Baadila as Faizal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Jamila and the President 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 Jamila and the President page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jamila and the President tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jamila and the President (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jamila and the President change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jamila and the President worth watching?
- Jamila and the President holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jamila and the President?
- Jamila and the President stars Atiqah Hasiholan, Surya Saputra, Christine Hakim, Fauzi Baadila and Eva Celia.
- When was Jamila and the President released?
- Jamila and the President was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.