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Released: February 14, 1980 Runtime: 210 min Rating: 5.0/10

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If you're browsing genre titles, Aguila (1980) is the kind of pick that keeps things moving without overcomplicating the premise. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Fernando Poe Jr., Amalia Fuentes, and Christopher de Leon—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 5.0/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.

Aguila (1980)

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Released: February 14, 1980 Runtime: 210 min : 5/10 from 2 votes

Cast: Fernando Poe Jr., Amalia Fuentes, Christopher de Leon, Elizabeth Oropesa, Jay Ilagan, Charo Santos

Flashbacks encompass the history of the Philippines as well as the life story of the elderly Daniel Aguila. The Aguila family gathers to celebrate Daniel's 88th birthday, but the old man is nowhere to be seen--he has been missing for a decade. Suspecting that his father is in Mindanao, one of his sons takes off for that region in a determined search. Along the way, his memories of the nation and his father's life tell the story of 80 tumultuous years of personal and historical development.