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10 Latest Indonesian Action Movies

Written by Sera Serinda A

Action movies in Indonesia have a long and enduring history. Although fewer action films are produced annually compared to horror films, the country's action film industry gained international recognition through "The Raid." Since then, filmmakers have been actively creating new action-packed stories.

Here’s a list of the latest Indonesian action movies coming your way. Get ready for high-speed chases, intense shootouts, and thrilling fights that will get your adrenaline pumping! Let’s dive into these exciting films!

Livi Cianita, known for her roles as sweet and pretty girls in various movies and television series, takes on a bold new role in her latest film "Bonnie", directed by Marsha Hermansyah Abidin and Agus Hermansyah Mawardy.

In "Bonnie", Livi plays a high school girl with a troubled past that makes her a brave person. Skilled in martial arts, she stands up for herself and others, especially women, who need protection.

Despite her challenging youth, Bonnie tries to fit in with her schoolmates. However, wherever she goes, conflict always seems to follow. How will Bonnie's story as a brave young woman unfold?

24 Jam Bersama Gaspar (24 hours with Gaspar) features a cast of well-known celebrities and is a film adaptation of the 2017 mystery novel by Sabda Armandio. Intrigued by the compelling plot, director Yosep Anggi Noen has brought the story to life, with Netflix set to be the first platform to showcase the film.

The film centers on a detective named Gaspar who, after being diagnosed with a heart defect, learns he has only 24 hours left to live. So, he dedicates his remaining time to unraveling the longstanding mystery of his childhood friend Kirana’s disappearance.

Gaspar’s search leads him to a jewelry store owned by Wan Ali, who is Kirana’s father. To his shock, he discovers that Wan Ali is involved in a human trafficking ring.

Overcome with anger, Gaspar decides to rob Wan Ali’s store, seeing it as a way to avenge his friend’s disappearance.


3. 13 Bom di Jakarta

Year 2023
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Cast Rio Dewanto Putri Ayudya
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Angga Dwimas Sasongko has produced a movie about terrorism that he co-wrote with M. Irfan Ramli. Titled 13 Bom di Jakarta this movie takes the audience on a gripping rescue story set in Indonesia's capital city.

A group of terrorists launches a threat with 13 bombs scattered throughout Jakarta. The group's leader, Arok (Rio Dewanto), continues to terrorize the city by detonating a bomb every 8 hours. He demands a massive ransom to stop the attacks.

The Indonesian Counter Terrorism Agency discovers the involvement of two young digital currency entrepreneurs, William (Ardhito Pramono) and Oscar (Chicco Kurniawan), in the plot. The secret agent team's mission becomes even more complicated when they suspect an internal intruder within their own ranks.

Can the authorities stop the bombings and save the victims? Based on a true story of a bombing in Jakarta in 2015, this movie promises to be a thrilling and intense experience.

4. Petualangan Sherina 2

Year 2023
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Cast Sherina Munaf Derby Romero
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This movie is a sequel to the original 'Petualangan Sherina' which was released in 2000. Sherina has now grown up and become a famous journalist.

As she prepares to cover the prestigious World Economic Forum in Switzerland, Sherina's plans are abruptly changed when her superiors reassign her to cover the release of orangutans at OUKAL (Orang Utan Kalimantan).

Upon arriving, Sherina is pleasantly surprised to reunite with Sadam, her childhood friend whom she hasn't seen in years. Sadam, now the Program Manager at OUKAL, is delighted to assist Sherina with her coverage. The long-awaited event finally arrives, and OUKAL releases the orangutans back into their natural habitat.

Unfortunately, a group of criminals kidnaps an orangutan named Sayu at the behest of Syailendra and Ratih, a married couple who collect wild and rare animals to show off. Determined to save Sayu and catch the criminals, Sherina and Sadam embark on a new adventure.

5. Virgo and the Sparklings

Year 2023
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Cast Adhisty Zara Mawar Eva de Jongh Ashira Zamita Bryan Domani
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Ody Harahap's Indonesian superhero movie, "Virgo and the Sparklings" is back. It is based on the comic book of the same name by creators Is Yuniarto and Oyasujiwo Poetranto and is part of the Bumi Langit Cinematic Universe airing in 2023.

The story follows a girl named Riani (Adhisty Zara), who has the unique ability to control fire and experiences synesthesia, which makes her often shunned by others.

Riani struggles and wants to live a normal life. Luckily she finally finds best friends, Ussy (Satine Zaneta) and Monica (Ashira Zamita), fellow high school students and bandmates who are always by her side.

At one point, a series of strange events occur, in which young people start attacking each other due to a certain power, Riani and her friends are determined to uncover the mastermind behind these events. Using her abilities, Riani is determined to restore peace in the world.

6. Ali Topan

Year 2024
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Cast Jefri Nichol Lutesha
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Ali Topan (Jefri Nichol) grew up in a tough family situation but found his escape with his motorbike gang. He might look like a typical bad boy, but he's actually a smart student. His life changes when he meets Karenina (Lutesha), often called Anna, a girl from a very different world.

Anna, unlike Ali, comes from a wealthy, strict family. Despite their different backgrounds, Ali and Anna start to fall for each other and begin dating.

But their love faces a big hurdle – their social differences aren't accepted, particularly by Anna's parents. Feeling trapped by their families' rules, Ali and Anna decide to break free. They set off on a motorbike adventure across Java, searching for the future they dream of.

The film isn't just a love story about Ali and Anna. It also touches on important social issues, encouraging young people to understand freedom and take responsibility for their choices.

Director Muhammad Yusuf, together with production houses Triple A Films, Silent D Pictures, and Movie Studio Bali, has created an exciting action movie titled "Tanpa Ampun." Released in 2023, the movie features Verdy Bhawanta, Daniel Immanuel Octavianus, and Franki Darmawan.

"Tanpa Ampun" depicts a tense situation in Bali in 2017. Four Russian nationals arrive in Bali with an evil plan to carry out a series of massive robberies across the island.

Their first move is to steal a firearm from a police officer, which is then used to break into ATM machines in various locations. Their actions created fear in Bali, leading the Chief of Police to mobilise five of his best officers to catch the robbers.

Arga (Angga Asyafriena) and Bian (Prince Lantan) have been best friends since childhood, always spending time together. Their friendship takes on a new dimension during their teenage years when Alenda (Jihane Almira) enters their lives, adding a new color to their friendship.

Alenda is a genius in information technology. In her spare time, she becomes a hacker using a modified laptop she built herself. She frequently helps people with IT problems, including rescuing Arga from a predatory loan trap.

Alenda's kindness makes Arga and Bian compete to get her. In the middle of the competition, Arga and Bian accidentally find an application that Alenda made, there is a mysterious message that indicates Alenda is in danger! Now it's Arga and Bian's turn to help Alenda get out of trouble.

After his father's death, the stubborn Roy (Abidzar Al Ghifari) has to adjust to a new place. He and his mother, Ratu Astuti (Lulu Tobing), move from Bandung to Serang for economic reasons.

Roy enrolls at SMA 1 Serang to continue his education. At the school, he makes friend with Andi (Jody Pranata) and Toni (Omara Esteghlal). He also meets Ani (Febby Rastanty), the prettiest and smartest girl in school, and they become close.

However, Roy doesn't know that Ani is the 'crush' of Dullah, a student who often bullies others because his father is an influential official in Serang. This leads to a conflict between Roy and Dullah over Ani, which happens to be a fight. During the fight, Roy's loyal dog, Joe, dies saving him.

From that moment, Roy's attitude changes, and he really wants to stand up to Dullah, who has been acting arbitrarily. Will Roy succeed in his mission?

"Argantara" is adapted from a popular Wattpad novel by Falistyana, which has been read over 48 million times. The story starts with Arga and Syera, two teenagers whose parents arrange for them to get married. Even though they are still students, they decide to tie the knot, facing many challenges along the way.

Syera is an excellent student, while Arga is a popular guy and the leader of a motorbike gang at school. Initially, they don't get along and often argue, but over time, they start to fall in love.

The real conflict begins when Syera gets pregnant. This creates a big problem because she hasn't graduated yet and needs to keep her pregnancy a secret from the school. Can Syera and Arga keep their relationship and pregnancy hidden?

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