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Kembali Bersama this Raya season with three heartwarming local films on Netflix

The three new films joins a range of made-in-Malaysia shows and movies available now on Netflix

Updated 4 years ago · Published on 21 Apr 2022 8:00AM

Kembali Bersama this Raya season with three heartwarming local films on Netflix
A shot from Showtime 1958, a period film set during the golden age of Malaysian cinema. – Pic courtesy of Netflix, April 21, 2022

NETFLIX is treating its viewers to three highly-anticipated Malaysian films, released just in time for families and friends to kembali bersama this Raya. 

From April 27, Netflix subscribers can look forward to more authentic and fascinating Malaysian stories with the release of feel-good, heartwarming comedy film Kongsi Raya, critically acclaimed black-and-white feature Prebet Sapu, which tells of life on the fringes of Kuala Lumpur, and Showtime 1958 – a visually-stunning periodic film that takes audiences back to the golden age of Malaysian cinema, premiering exclusively on Netflix.

These films will join a host of made-in-Malaysia classics now streaming on Netflix, including iconic sitcoms Senario and Best of Pi Mai Pi Mai Tang Tu, action-comedy blockbuster Bulan dan Pria Terhebat, real-life inspired romantic film Pulang, and not to forget one for the kids – BoBoiBoy.

The upcoming slate:

Kongsi Raya – Premiering April 27

– Pic courtesy of Netflix
– Pic courtesy of Netflix

In a match made in culinary heaven, a chef and a food TV show producer fall in love. But then their feuding fathers challenge each other to a cook-off.

Prebet Sapu (Hail, Driver!) – Premiering May 1

– Pic courtesy of Netflix
– Pic courtesy of Netflix

Down on his luck, the driver of an illegal taxi service struggles to make a living as he forms an unexpected bond with a young escort.

Showtime 1958 – Premiering May 3

In this film based on real events, director P. Ramlee organises a variety show to raise funds for fellow performers who lost their jobs before Eid. – The Vibes, April 21, 2022

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