Jakarta (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1988, Jakarta is an action and thriller film directed by Charles Kaufman, running about 94 minutes. “There are secrets in the shadows. Danger in every corner. Even loves lies waiting...to kill.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A CIA agent roams the streets of New York haunted by the death of the beautiful woman he fell in love with while on assignment in Jakarta. When he is kidnapped and drugged, the destination is Jakarta once again where he tries to unravel the mystery that is the city which broke him three years earlier.
Who’s in it. Jakarta stars Chris Noth as Falco, Suzee Pai as Esha, Frans Tumbuan as Jack and Franz Tumbuan as Jack, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Jakarta has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jakarta page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jakarta 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.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jakarta (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jakarta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jakarta worth watching?
- Jakarta holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jakarta?
- Jakarta stars Chris Noth, Suzee Pai, Frans Tumbuan, Franz Tumbuan and Ronald Hunter.
- When was Jakarta released?
- Jakarta was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.