Liway (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film
Released in 2018, Liway is a drama film directed by Kip Oebanda, running about 104 minutes. “The darkness won't last forever.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dakip is a little boy who lives with his parents – Day and Ric – inside Camp Delgado, a makeshift prison inside a military camp for both rebels and criminals. Day does her best to shelter the child from the harsh realities of their life. She tells stories about an enchantress named Liway, with songs and imagination to help keep her boy from trauma. However, at the tail end of the Martial Law, her own dark past catches up on her and the lives of the detainees become increasingly difficult. She is confronted with the cruel possibility that the best interest of her child means never seeing her again. This is based on a true story.
Who’s in it. Liway stars Glaiza de Castro as Day / Commander Liway, Ken-ken Nuyad as Dakip, Dominic Roco as Ric/Commander Toto and Sue Prado, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Liway page.
If you liked it. Fans of Liway tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Liway (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Liway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Liway?
- Liway stars Glaiza de Castro, Ken-ken Nuyad, Dominic Roco, Sue Prado and Soliman Cruz.