The Arsonist (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1995, The Arsonist is a drama film directed by U-Wei Haji Saari, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. The Arsonist involves the struggles of an undocumented immigrant family and a boy's coming-of-age. The son Kesuma must forge his own identity against the intimidating presence of his father Kakang, a man proud of his Javanese heritage and well aware of the social inequalities that allow his exploitation. Kakang counteracts by torching the property of those who slight him, leaving Kesuma simultaneously proud, fearful and ashamed. A clash of wills is all but inevitable. The film climaxes in a poignant conflagration, literal and metaphorical.
Who’s in it. The Arsonist stars Khalid Salleh as Kakang, Bell Ngasri as Kesuma, Kuswadinata as Tok Empat and Anuar Idris as Mustapha, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Arsonist 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 The Arsonist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Arsonist tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Arsonist (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Arsonist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Arsonist worth watching?
- The Arsonist holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Arsonist?
- The Arsonist stars Khalid Salleh, Bell Ngasri, Kuswadinata, Anuar Idris and Azizah Mahzan.
- When was The Arsonist released?
- The Arsonist was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.