Magellan is an epic historical drama that follows Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan as he defies his king, persuades the Spanish Crown to fund an expedition, and goes on a voyage in the early 16th century.
Facing hunger, mutiny, cultural clashes, and the realities of conquest, the film presents a unflinching portrayal of Magellan’s journey and the human cost of exploration and empire. Rather than glorify the age of discovery, the film shows viewers the devastating consequences of conquest on both the explorers and the peoples they encountered.
Movie Title: Magellan
Year of Release: 2025 (Festival run); 2026 (wide theatrical release)
Date of Release: January 9, 2026 (U.S) – Limited U.S. theatrical release
Director: Lav Diaz
Writers: Lav Diaz
Producers: Joaquim Sapinho, Albert Serra, Marta Vieira Alves, Montse Triola, Paul Soriano, Mark Victor
Production Companies: Rosa Filmes, Andergraun Films, BlackCap Pictures, Lib Films (multi-national co-production)
Distributor: Janus Films (North America), Black Cap Pictures (International)
Cast and Roles:
- Gael García Bernal as Ferdinand Magellan / Fernão de Magalhães
- Ângela Azevedo as Beatriz Barbosa de Magalhães
- Amado Arjay Babon as Enrique de Malaca
- Dario Yazbek Bernal as Duarte Barbosa
- Ronnie Lazaro as Rajah Humabon
- Hazel Orencio as Juana
- Tomás Alves — Role undisclosed
- Brontis Jodorowsky — Role undisclosed
Running Time: 160–163 minutes
Age Rating: Not yet widely published
Country: Portugal, Spain, France, Philippines, Taiwan (International co-production)
Language: Portuguese, Spanish, Tagalog/Cebuano, French with English subtitles
Genres: Historical Drama, Biography, Epic
Music: Marc Verdaguer
Cinematography: Lav Diaz, Artur Tort
Editing: Lav Diaz, Artur Tort
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