Manila, Open City
1968, English. Directed by Eddie Romero.
War drama set in the closing stages of World War Two. As Allied Forces are nearing the defeat of the Japanese Army in Manila, the Japanese Empire's soldiers begin attacking innocent civilians. A brutal month-long battle ensues.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Eddie RomeroDirector
- Charito SolisSor Matilde
- James ShigetaCaptain Murakami
- Alex NicolColonel Bergen
- John AshleyU.S. Medic
- Ric RodrigoGuerrilla Commander
- Mario MontenegroMarcos Liwag
- Oscar RoncalNeighborhood Association President
- Nova VillaYoung Girl
- Eddie GarciaCast
- Ben PerezCaptain Kondo
- CachupoyCast
- Vic DiazColonel Hamada
Details
- Released
- 13 January 1968
- Country
- Philippines
- Written by
- Eddie Romero
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Manila, Open City runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
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Manila, Open City isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Manila, Open City?
If you liked Manila, Open City, try Outlaws - For Greater Glory, Walking with the Enemy, Field of Lost Shoes.
Who directed Manila, Open City?
Manila, Open City (1968) was directed by Eddie Romero and stars Charito Solis, James Shigeta, Alex Nicol.