The Big 4

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The Big 4 is a 2022 action-comedy film on Netflix, written and directed by Timo Tjahjanto. It stars Abimana Aryasatya, Putri Marino, Lutesha, Arie Kriting, and Kristo Immanuel. The story follows four retired assassins who are pulled back into danger when they cross paths with a determined police officer trying to track down a ruthless killer.

Shot in Indonesia, the film was released worldwide on Netflix on December 15, 2022, and runs for 141 minutes. It features Indonesian and English dialogue and was filmed mainly on Bali and Timor for the island setting.

Reception was strong. The Big 4 ranked among the top 10 most-watched non-English titles on Netflix in many countries, and it topped viewership in Indonesia. Rotten Tomatoes reported positive reviews from critics, with notes praising the cast and action, though some criticized the length and dialogue. Critics described it as energetic, wild, and entertaining, with standout performances from the leads.

Production notes include Netflix Southeast Asia’s Malobika Banerji announcing the project in 2021, with filming beginning in November 2021 and a November 2022 trailer release. There has been talk from Tjahjanto about developing a sequel.