Boatman (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1984, Boatman is a drama film directed by Tikoy Aguiluz, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. An erstwhile boatman wants to do a little more than paddle his own canoe in the town famed for its waterfalls. He leaves the village of his roots for the city and lands a job as a live-sex actor called toro in street lingo derived from the Spanish term for bull. Quick successes in his newfound profession delude him into regarding that the measure of a man is in his trousers. He has a partner on stage and off. Despite her cynicism and tough veneer, she sees in him a way out of the slums and the red light district.
Who’s in it. Boatman stars Sarsi Emmanuelle as Gigi, Suzanne Love as Emily, Josephine Manuel and Jonas Sebastian as Sandy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Boatman has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boatman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boatman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boatman (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Boatman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Boatman worth watching?
- Boatman holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Boatman?
- Boatman stars Sarsi Emmanuelle, Suzanne Love, Josephine Manuel, Jonas Sebastian and Eddie Arenas.
- When was Boatman released?
- Boatman was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.