Magellan (2025)
📌 Available on Prime Video🛡️ Older teens 14+
📖 Story
An unrelenting obsession drives a Portuguese navigator across uncharted waters in search of immortality and glory. Magellan's expedition becomes a descent into desperation as his crew battles starvation, mutiny, and the crushing weight of isolation, transforming exploration into a test of the human spirit. When fate leads him to the shores of the Philippines, his unwavering faith in conquest collides violently with an unforeseen destiny, leaving behind a legacy of courage and tragedy.
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Glorious historical epic
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Strong recommendation
EnergyIntense and tense
ToneDramatic and epic
ExperienceAn immersive viewing experience that pulls you into the ocean depths and raw human conflicts
Best suited forPerfect for fans of historical adventures, nautical epics, and psychological drama
What to expect from this title?Expect a viewing experience shaped by Intense and tense pacing and a Dramatic and epic tone.
Closer to the charactersLets mood do the workFinds its hook early
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
📌 CinemaHook estimate
Intended for viewers 14 and older; contains mature content.
Runtime
163 min
Original language
Portuguese
Country of origin
PH
Type
Movie
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DirectorLav Diaz
WritingLav Diaz
CastGael García BernalAmado Arjay BabonRonnie LazaroÂngela RamosDario Yazbek Bernal
ProductionMontse TriolaBianca BalbuenaBradley LiewJoaquim Sapinho
MusicMarc VerdaguerMiguel MartinsJordi Ribas
CinematographyArtur TortLav Diaz
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💰Budget
$2.3M2.3 million USD
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Cast & crew
Gael García Bernal
Fernão de Magalhães
Amado Arjay Babon
Enrique de Malacca
Ronnie Lazaro
Rajah Humabon
Ângela Ramos
María Caldera Beatriz Barbosa
Dario Yazbek Bernal
Duarte Barbosa
Tomás Alves
Francisco Serrão
Bong Cabrera
Rajah Kulambo
Hazel Orencio
Reyna Juana
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Baptiste Pinteaux
Father Dela Reina
Roger Alan Koza
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Brontis Jodorowsky
Bishop Fonseca
Valdemar Santos
Rui Faleiro
Ivo Arroja
Cristóvão
Rafa Siguion-Reyna
Nuno
Director: Lav Diaz
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1Where can I watch Magellan?
The film is exclusively available on Prime Video. You can start watching directly through your subscription.
2What is the duration of the film and is it family-friendly?
The film runs for 163 minutes (approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes). As a historical drama exploring exploration themes, it's recommended to check the content rating before family viewing.
3What is the plot of Magellan in brief?
The film tells the story of a Portuguese explorer who leads an expedition across uncharted oceans, driven by imperial dreams and boundless ambition. The film stars Gael García Bernal in the lead role and is directed by Lav Diaz.
4When was Magellan released?
The film was released in 2025, offering a modern perspective on the famous historical exploration story.
5What genre is Magellan and what are its origins?
Magellan is a historical adventure drama that blends historical narrative with intense dramatic storytelling. It features an international cast of actors from different countries.
6How long is the film and what viewing duration is recommended?
At 163 minutes, the film requires significant time commitment, making it preferable to watch in one session or split across two sittings for full enjoyment of the story's details.
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