Magellan
2025, Portuguese. Directed by Lav Diaz.
At the dawn of the modern era, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan leads an expedition under the Spanish crown in search of the first westward route to the Spice Islands. He embarks on a perilous journey across the uncharted Pacific, where his fleet faces starvation, mutiny, and the psychological toll of endless seas. Upon reaching the shores of Cebu, Magellan is pulled into a fatal conflict with the natives by his drive to spread Catholicism, culminating in his tragic doom.
- Runtime
- 2h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Portuguese
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Magellan
Magellan isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Lav DiazDirector
- Gael García BernalFernão de Magalhães
- Amado Arjay BabonEnrique de Malacca
- Ronnie LazaroRajah Humabon
- Ângela RamosMaría Caldera Beatriz Barbosa
- Dario Yazbek BernalDuarte Barbosa
- Tomás AlvesFrancisco Serrão
- Bong CabreraRajah Kulambo
- Hazel OrencioReyna Juana
- Baptiste PinteauxFather Dela Reina
- Roger Alan KozaAlfonso de Albuquerque
- Brontis JodorowskyBishop Fonseca
- Valdemar SantosRui Faleiro
Details
- Released
- 10 September 2025
- Original title
- Magalhães
- Country
- Philippines, Portugal, Spain, France, Taiwan
- Written by
- Lav Diaz
- Budget
- $2.3M
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What Magellan is based on
Magellan is adapted from a real person.
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Magellan: quick answers
Is Magellan worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Magellan?
Magellan runs 160 minutes (2h 40m).
Does Magellan have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Magellan. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Magellan parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Magellan is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Magellan on?
Magellan isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Magellan?
If you liked Magellan, try Aguirre, the Wrath of God, Embrace of the Serpent, End of the Spear.
Who directed Magellan?
Magellan (2025) was directed by Lav Diaz and stars Gael García Bernal, Amado Arjay Babon, Ronnie Lazaro.
What is Magellan based on?
Magellan is adapted from a real person.