Being the Highest-Paid Indonesian Actor in 2024, Here are 6 Popular Movies Starring Iko Uwais

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Angelia Leony Van Augista

As an actor and martial artist, Iko Uwais began his career in the film industry with the movie MERANTAU and played the character Yuda in 2009. Born in the 80s, he can be considered as a specialist in action films, as he has never starred in romantic or comedy genres.

After successfully establishing his career in Hollywood, Iko Uwais is said to be one of the highest-paid actors from Indonesia in 2024. He has starred in several Hollywood films that gained tremendous popularity internationally.

According to the YouTube channel Atta Halilintar, Iko Uwais revealed that he used to earn 21 million per film. After going international and being involved in the Hollywood industry, his earnings for a single film can reach 14 billion, KLovers. Let's take a look at the movies he has starred in!

1. THE RAID: REDEMPTION

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Year: 2011
Rating: 7.6/10 IMDb
Cast: Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim, Donny Alamsyah, Ray Sahetapi, Yayan Ruhian

The action begins when a special forces team from the police decides to follow up on the issue of a drug syndicate headquarters located in a closed and abandoned place. A total of 20 police members with special skills are ordered to dismantle and eliminate all illegal drug sales activities in the building.

Sergeant Saka, who is appointed as the operation leader, along with Rama and Lieutenant Wahyu, move after receiving a report from one of the apartment residents.

They start moving cautiously and with full alertness, exploring each floor. Unfortunately, one of the apartment residents shouts to provide information that the apartment has been infiltrated by police members.

Apparently, the information provided by the spy has reached the ears of Tama and his executioner 'mad dog'. Tama immediately orders his subordinates to eliminate the special police group.

A gunfight becomes inevitable. One police member loses his life due to the hot lead fired by the sniper commanded by Tama.

The situation becomes even more murky when Tama announces a bounty through a radio channel to the apartment residents. He invites the average criminal residents to eliminate the police force. The reward is free rent to live in the building.
What plot twist happens at the end of the film?
KLovers can watch the trailer here!

2. THE NIGHT COMES FOR US

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Year: 2018
Rating: 6.9/10 IMDb
Cast: Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim, Julie Estelle, Sunny Pang

The story begins when Ito (Joe Taslim) wants to escape from the Triad criminal organization.

This is caused by his encounter with a girl who changes his mind and perspective. However, escaping from the Triad is not easy, Ito has to risk his life multiple times on the front lines.

He then has to face his own friend and fight against him to get out of the situation.

With a good rating, are you sure you don't want to watch it? Check out the trailer here, KLovers!

3. MAN OF TAI CHI

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Year: 2013
Rating: 6.0/10 IMDb
Cast: Keanu Reeves, Tiger Hu Chen, Iko Uwais

Lasting for 105 minutes, this film is ready to entertain with dialogues in three languages, namely Mandarin, English, and Cantonese.

This film tells the story of the martial arts of Tiger Chen in a fight.

It is told that Tiger Chen is trying to save the temple where he learned from being destroyed. The story begins when Sun-Jing Shi (Karen Mok) investigates a company called Security System Alliance. The company is owned by Donaka Mark (Keanu Reeves).

Sun-Jing Shi suspects that the company is involved in illegal fights.
Until finally, the situation changes when Tiger Chen arrives in the fight.

Initially, Tiger Chen refused to participate in the fight. Donaka tried various ways to get Tiger Chen to join. Even Tiger Chen got involved in a fight to save his temple from destruction.
Curious about the movie? You can watch the trailer first here, KLovers!

4. MILE 22

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Year: 2018
Rating: 6.1/10 IMDb
Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Iko Uwais, Peter Berg, Lauren Cohan

Carrying the action-thriller genre, this film tells the story of a CIA agent named James Silva (Mark Wahlberg) who leads his group called Overwatch.

At one point, Silva is assigned to destroy storage facilities for cesium. Cesium is a toxic substance that can kill thousands of people. Initially, the Overwatch team succeeded, but their mission is not yet complete as there are still many dangerous storage facilities.

After decades, an Indonesian police officer named Li Noor surrenders himself to the United States Embassy. Li Noor requests legal protection in exchange for providing information about cesium. James finally agrees and protects Li Noor for 22 miles until they successfully board a plane. However, their mission is not easy as they must confront formidable enemies.
Curious about the movie? Watch the trailer here!

5. SNAKE EYES: G.I. JOE ORIGINS

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Year: 2021
Rating: 5.4/10 IMDb
Cast: Andrew Koji, Ursula Corbero, Henry Golding, Iko Uwais

After successfully saving the life of an important heir in the Arashikage clan, Snake Eyes (Henry Golding), the ultimate lone fighter, is finally invited to Japan by the clan.

The Arashikage clan is known for its ninjas who have brought peace to the world for 600 years.

Therefore, Snake Eyes is appointed and begins training to become part of the Arashikage clan with his sword-fighting abilities.

Slowly, Snake Eyes' big secret from the past is revealed, which will undoubtedly impact the trust of those closest to him.
What is the continuation of Snake Eyes' origin story? You can watch the trailer here!

6. EXPEND4BLES

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Year: 2023
Rating: 4.8/10 IMDb
Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Iko Uwais, Dolph Lundgren

THE EXPEND4BLES 4 will once again tell the intense battle of veteran mercenaries, Barney Ross and the members of Expendables.

Lee Christmas, who is now trusted to lead the Expendables, will also face off against a gang led by Suarto. Suarto is a former soldier who now builds his own army and sells illegal weapons.

Expendables will also be dragged into a conspiracy that triggers a nuclear war conflict between America and Russia. On the other hand, Lee Christmas seems to be involved in a romantic relationship with Gina. Gina is a CIA agent who is also his ex.
Have you watched this movie yet? To make sure you watch the movie EXPEND4BLES, click on the trailer below, KLovers!

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