Sumolah (2007): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2007, Sumolah is an action and comedy film directed by Afdlin Shauki, running about 140 minutes. “Never Back Down From A Fight” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Ramlee (Afdlin Shauki) is a down and out Malay boy who can't seem to hold down a job, much to his Mother's (Kartina Aziz) disappointment. Out of a job and out of money, he stumbles across a challenge by sushi by sushi restauran owner Honda (Patrik Teoh) to "eat all you can for free food - within a time limit". Hungry adn desperate, Ramlee attempts the challenge, and fails. In compensation, Honda lets Ramlee take a job at the restauren to pay off his due. Ramlee becomes a member of the Boleh Sushi shop staff, along with Haris (Awie) and Andy (Radhi Khalid). One day he learns that part of hiss obligation is to take part in the Malaysia Sushi Association Amateur Sumo Wrestling Championships held by the local Japanese owners of sushi restaurants.

Who’s in it. Sumolah stars Afdlin Shauki as Ramlee, Awie as Haris, Intira Jaroenpura as Siti and Patrick Teoh as Mr Honda, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sumolah page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sumolah 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.