---
title: "Bujang Lapok"
year: 1957
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/bujang-lapok-1957"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 70223
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Bujang Lapok (1957) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/bujang-lapok-1957

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Bujang Lapok is a 1957 Singaporean Malay-language black-and-white comedy film directed and performed by P. Ramlee. It serves as the first of the four Bujang Lapok movies and chronicles the misadventures, loves, and lives of three bachelors living in 1950s Singapore.

The film combines elements of comedy, family, music, and romance over a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes. It stands as a notable classic in Malay cinema, capturing the daily experiences and romantic pursuits of its overaged bachelors.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three overaged bachelors navigate romance and daily life in 1950s Singapore."

### Why Watch
- It is the first installment in the four Bujang Lapok movies.
- It features a combination of comedy, family, music, and romance.
- It is directed and performed by P. Ramlee.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It is a black-and-white film from 1957, which may not appeal to viewers seeking modern cinematic styles.
- Tone & Suitability: The film features a comedic and musical tone with a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1950s-singapore, #black-and-white-comedy, #bachelor-life, #malay-cinema, #classic-comedy, #romantic-misadventures

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: P. Ramlee
- **Networks / Studios**: Malay Film Productions Ltd.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **P. Ramlee** as *Ramli*
- **Aziz Sattar** as *Aziz*
- **S. Shamsuddin** as *Sudin*
- **Normadiah** as *Normah*
- **Zaiton** as *Zaiton*
- **Dayang Sofia** as *Sapiah*
- **Siti Tanjung Perak** as *Kak Siti*
- **Rohayu Maaji** as *Ayu*
- **M. Babjan** as *Bapa Sapiah*
- **Saamah** as *Ibu Sudin*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Bujang Lapok?
Streaming availability for Bujang Lapok is not provided in the source materials.

### Q: Is Bujang Lapok worth watching?
Yes, it is worth watching as a classic 1957 comedy directed and performed by P. Ramlee.

### Q: What is the runtime of Bujang Lapok?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.

### Q: How many episodes are in Bujang Lapok?
Bujang Lapok is a feature film rather than a series with episodes, though it is the first of four Bujang Lapok movies.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Bujang Lapok — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/70223)
- [Bujang Lapok - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bujang_Lapok)

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