Insiang (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 7.1

Released in 1976, Insiang is a drama film directed by Lino Brocka, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A story about the life of a young girl living with her mother in the slums of Manila, which becomes unbearable when her mother's young boyfriend moves in with them.
Who’s in it. Insiang stars Hilda Koronel as Insiang, Mona Lisa as Tonya, Ruel Vernal as Dado and Rez Cortez as Bebot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Insiang has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Insiang page.
If you liked it. Fans of Insiang tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Insiang (1976)?
- In US, Insiang is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Insiang worth watching?
- Insiang holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Insiang?
- Insiang stars Hilda Koronel, Mona Lisa, Ruel Vernal, Rez Cortez and Nina Lorenzo.
- When was Insiang released?
- Insiang was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.
