Ong-Bak

Name: Ong-Bak
Director: Prachya Pinkaew
Genre: Action, Crime
Released: 2003-01-01
Duration: 105 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Tony Jaa, Petchtai Wongkamlao, Patrarin Punyanutatam, Suchao Pongwilai, Choomporn Theppitak

2003Dir. Prachya Pinkaew1h 45m

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Runtime1h 45m

Released2003

Budget$1.1M

Box office$20.1M

DirectorPrachya Pinkaew

About This Movie

Ong-Bak brings a raw energy that’s hard to ignore. Pinkaew really captures the grit of urban Thailand, setting the stage for Tony Jaa’s incredible physicality. The film has this palpable urgency, with scenes that just flow into one another, keeping you engaged. The fight choreography, all practical effects, highlights Jaa's Muay Thai skills in a way that feels fresh, even today. No wires, no CGI fluff—just straight-up athleticism. It's not just about the action, though; there's this underlying theme of cultural preservation that resonates. You can feel the stakes for the protagonist, and it gives the fights a weight that elevates them beyond mere spectacle.

Released in Thailand on March 20, 2003.Features Muay Thai performed without CGI or wires.Tony Jaa's breakout role, showcasing his martial arts talent.Won multiple awards, including Best Action at various festivals.