

Startup: The Real Story
2021, English. Directed by Andy Ridgway.
Documentary on True Far East Entrepreneurial Grit
Over the years Malaysia as a country has invested millions into promoting tech startups, in an attempt to replicate Silicon Valley in the West. This documentary looks at a 10year journey of e-Sentral, an e-book tech company that began as a startup, and its journey going through the different phases of growth. The film interviews startup industry players in Malaysia; leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs sharing their perspectives and experiences on how it actually is, and not as how it has been typically portrayed. A must watch if you like the tech space as the film portrays a genuine feel for perseverance and grit.
- Runtime
- 0h 47m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 4 October 2021
- Country
- Malaysia
- Written by
- Zafirah Hanoum
- Budget
- $32K
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Startup: The Real Story: quick answers
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How long is Startup: The Real Story?
Startup: The Real Story runs 47 minutes (0h 47m).
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Which OTT platform is Startup: The Real Story on?
Startup: The Real Story isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 October 2021. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Startup: The Real Story?
If you liked Startup: The Real Story, try The Class of ‘92, Downloaded, Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20.
Who directed Startup: The Real Story?
Startup: The Real Story (2021) was directed by Andy Ridgway and stars Mahathir Mohamad, Maszlee Malik, Faiz Al-Shahab.