Apprentice (2016) Review

Is Apprentice worth watching?

Yes — Apprentice is worth watching, with a 88% Critic Score and 78% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 76% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (74), Letterboxd (3.6/5), and IMDb (6.9/10).

Directed by Boo Junfeng, Apprentice runs 96 minutes in Malay. On Celluloid we index it for “Apprentice review”, “is Apprentice worth watching”, and related discovery queries from Germany.

What is Apprentice about?

When ambitious young correctional officer Aiman is transferred to the country’s highest-security prison, he catches the attention of the seasoned chief executioner Rahim. Aiman’s desire to become the hangman’s apprentice is not only professional but born of an unspeakable urge to reconnect with a past that haunts him.

Critics consensus: Boo Junfeng’s Singapore death-row drama won Best New Director at MGGA 2017 — a Un Certain Regard title that helped define MIFFest’s regional focus. The film stars Fir Rahman, Wan Hanafi Su, Mastura Ahmad, Boon Pin Koh, Nickson Cheng, and others.

Should you watch Apprentice tonight?

Yes — prioritize Apprentice tonight if you want a proven drama with lasting rewatch value. At 96 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the five-source score breakdown on the movie page shows where critics and audiences agree.

Where can I watch Apprentice?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Apprentice (2016) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt4660736. Explore more from Germany on our country hub or browse drama films.