Where to watch Controversial in Canada
Controversial isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Canada right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 25 May 2026.
About Controversial
Controversial is a 1981 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Lino Brocka, starring Gina Alajar, Charo Santos and Phillip Salvador. It has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Controversial in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
Brocka's potboiler about the rise of a starlet is the quintessential rags-to-riches, prey-turned-predator story, brimming with true-life anecdotes and an authentically acerbic sense of the seamier side of show business.
Top cast
Gina Alajar
Teresa / Karina Daluz
Charo Santos
Mers Madsen
Phillip Salvador
Alain Soriano
Eddie Garcia
Mauro Dizon
Rez Cortez
Eddie Randal
Joe Fabregas
Dick Conrado
Ariosto Reyes Jr.
Sonny
Soxy Topacio
Fedora
Joey Luna
Dading
Nina Lorenzo
Assistant
Beth Mondragon
Assistant
Mike Accion
Mike
Pae Toledo
Pae
Charlie Peralta
Charlie
Jonas Sebastian
Nicky
Tata Esteban
Actor
Evelyn Vargas
Reporter
Amy Austria
Carla Rivera
Dennis Roldan
Dennis
Inday Badiday
Herself
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Controversial in Canada?+
Controversial is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.
Is Controversial on Netflix?+
Controversial is not on Netflix in Canada right now.
How long is Controversial?+
Controversial has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).
Who stars in Controversial?+
Controversial stars Gina Alajar, Charo Santos, Phillip Salvador, Eddie Garcia and Rez Cortez.
When did Controversial come out?+
Controversial is a 1981 movie directed by Lino Brocka.
What genre is Controversial?+
Controversial is Drama film.
Who directed Controversial?+
Controversial was directed by Lino Brocka.
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