Ayah (1973) : distribution, intrigue et streaming
1973 · Film

Released in 1973, Ayah is a drame film directed by Amin Kertarahardja, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. Linda, eldest of the Mulyadi family, wants to continue her studies at a university in Yogya because she realises her potential. Her father approves this even though they are struggling financially as he is just a low-ranking staff in a bank. But her mother disapproves. Then her friend, Nancy, introduces her to Lukman, a playboy who likes her. Lukman becomes a bad influence and she is carried away by the lifestyle of the rich and forgets how hard her parents work to pay for her studies. The father drives a motorized rickshaw after work while her mother becomes a street vendor. One night, Linda and her friends are driving a car recklessly and hit the motorized rickshaw that her father drives. Linda’s friends run away while she stays to help her father. Suddenly, the scene changes to the school’s graduation where words of wisdom are given and Linda graduates thanks to her parents’ hard work.
Who’s in it. Ayah stars Rachmat Hidayat as Mulyadi, Rima Melati, Paula Rumokoy as Linda and Ully Artha as Nancy, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ayah page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ayah tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.
Questions fréquentes
- Where can I watch Ayah (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ayah change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Ayah?
- Ayah stars Rachmat Hidayat, Rima Melati, Paula Rumokoy, Ully Artha and Ferry Irawan.
- When was Ayah released?
- Ayah was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.