Big Village (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film
Released in 1969, Big Village is a drama film directed by Usmar Ismail, running about 115 minutes. “Djakarta, kota semau gue!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Partoyo, a big-time businessman, abandons his family because of work. A sociopolitical snapshot of Jakarta in the changing governance.
Who’s in it. Big Village stars Rachmat Hidayat as Pak Partoyo, Mieke Wijaya as Bu Partoyo, Rima Melati as Ida and Dicky Zulkarnaen, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big Village page.
If you liked it. Fans of Big Village tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Big Village (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Big Village change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Big Village?
- Big Village stars Rachmat Hidayat, Mieke Wijaya, Rima Melati, Dicky Zulkarnaen and Alice Iskak.
- When was Big Village released?
- Big Village was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.