Nagabonar (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1986, Nagabonar is a comedy and war film directed by M.T. Risyaf, running about 101 minutes. “Apa kata dunia?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. All sorts of unlikely figures come to prominence in wartime, no matter what the country. Indonesia is no exception. In this comedy, popular Indonesian actor Deddy Mizwar plays Naga Bonar, a pickpocket who has seized the opportunity of the moment to declare himself a general in the Freedom Forces during the chaos of the Japanese occupying forces’ withdrawal in 1945, as the Dutch attempted to reassert their control over the area.
Who’s in it. Nagabonar stars Deddy Mizwar as Nagabonar, Nurul Arifin as Kirana, Afrizal Anoda as Bujang and Roldiah Matulessy as Nagabonar's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Nagabonar has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nagabonar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nagabonar tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nagabonar (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nagabonar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nagabonar worth watching?
- Nagabonar holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nagabonar?
- Nagabonar stars Deddy Mizwar, Nurul Arifin, Afrizal Anoda, Roldiah Matulessy and Wawan Wanisar.
- When was Nagabonar released?
- Nagabonar was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.