Many Interested, Prime Video Announces 13 Latest Local Series And Films

Series and film creators Prime Video (Tari/VOI)

JAKARTA - Amazon Prime Video is committed to supporting the development of local content by continuing to launch the latest content. Successful with various titles, this year Prime Video announced 13 series and films that will be released.

The first two contents are Comedy Island Indonesia and Takeshi's Castle which became the first original content from Indonesia with Amazon. This reality show is made in total with a comedy concept that remains with the community.

This unscripted content gives you a spontaneous, unpredictable, comedy side. Comedy Island Indonesia and Takeshi's Castle set new standards for authentic Indonesian storytelling, as well as show our commitment to local creators and present culturally relevant content to local and international audiences," Raphael Phang said as head of Indonesian Originals on Prime Video at the Local Akbar Festival today, Tuesday, September 26, 2023.

In addition to reality events, Prime Video also presents several Indonesian series and films with various genres. Some of the titles are productions that have been carried out since the pandemic and can finally be released through Prime Video.

Previously, we at MD Pictures focused on the theatrical release but after the pandemic, we focused on OTT streaming partners. Working with Prime Video allows us to expand our audience," said Angie Prijanto of MD Pictures.

Here are the 13 latest series and films that will air on Prime Video:

This reality event presents a number of Indonesian actors and comedians who will start an adventure on a remote island. They were asked to improvise for role play and escape and complete the mission on the island. Comedy Island Indonesia is the production of Amazon Studios with Base Entertainment and stars Tora Sudiro, Asri Welas, Cinta Laura, Mang Osa, Nirina Zubir, Tretan Muslim, Uus, Onadio Leonardo, Dustin Tiffani, Aming, and Muzakki Ramdhan. The event will release November 9, 2023.

Takeshi's Castle is back after 34 years with the concept of dubbing. Fluxcup wrote the script and director whose dialogue will be filled by Imam Darto, Dimas Danang, Kiky Saputri, Wendy Cagur, Abdel Achrian, and Soleh Solihun. Two new episodes will be released starting November 16, 2023 for four weeks.

The Big Plan series tells the story of four UBI employees suspected of being the mastermind behind the embezzlement of Rp17 billion in funds. Attacking the police who are looking into this case actually finds a bank case that is more than just a financial loss. Written and directed by Danial Rifki, this series will be played by Dwi Sasono, Adipati Dolken, Prisia Nasution, Chicco Kurniawan, and Hanggini. All episodes can be watched starting October 5, 2023.

Naya (Aghniny Haque) experienced an unfortunate event in life. One day, he received an offer from a mysterious shop to exchange his destiny. However, he had to sacrifice something he loved for the sake of this destiny. The series also stars Dion Wiyoko, Darius Sinathrya, Mathias Muchus, and Sarah Sechan. The first three episodes can be released on December 7, 2023.

When is Pregnant brings together Laura Basuki and Fedi Nuril as husband and wife who add a child. However, the situation makes them have to carry out the IVF program which makes it increasingly difficult for them. When is Pregnant? It will air starting December 14, 2023.

Two billiards are competing for their survival and honor. Directed by Salman Aristo from Wahana Kreator directed Kevin Ardilova, Emir Mahira, Adhisty Zara, Surya Saputra, Chandra Satria, Agatha Pricilla, Indra Birowo. The first four episodes will be released on December 21 followed by four new episodes on December 28.

In addition, there are 7 new Indonesian films that will air, namely Spirit Doll, Mangkujiwo 2, Sewu Dino, Onde Mande!, Odd Even, Star Syndrome, and Boy's Notes. All content can be watched on Prime Video starting next October.