Manila, Open City (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 1968, Manila, Open City is an action, drama, war and history film directed by Eddie Romero, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. War drama set in the closing stages of World War Two. As Allied Forces are nearing the defeat of the Japanese Army in Manila, the Japanese Empire's soldiers begin attacking innocent civilians. A brutal month-long battle ensues.
Who’s in it. Manila, Open City stars Charito Solis as Sor Matilde, James Shigeta as Captain Murakami, Alex Nicol as Colonel Bergen and John Ashley as U.S. Medic, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, Manila, Open City sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manila, Open City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manila, Open City 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.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manila, Open City (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manila, Open City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manila, Open City worth watching?
- Manila, Open City holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, war and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Manila, Open City?
- Manila, Open City stars Charito Solis, James Shigeta, Alex Nicol, John Ashley and Ric Rodrigo.
- When was Manila, Open City released?
- Manila, Open City was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.