---
title: "The Raid"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-raid-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 94329
imdb_id: "tt1899353"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 3934
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Raid (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-raid-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The 2012 film The Raid follows an elite swat team as they attempt to infiltrate an impenetrable safe house located within a Jakarta slum. This run-down apartment block serves as a base for the world's most dangerous gangsters and killers, remaining untouchable to police forces until the team launches a mission to apprehend a notorious drug lord. The operation begins under the cover of pre-dawn darkness and silence to maintain tactical advantage. However, the mission takes a turn when a chance encounter with a spotter alerts the drug lord to the presence of the officers. The building's lights are subsequently cut and all exits are blocked, leaving the team trapped inside the structure. Stranded on the sixth floor, the police must fight for survival against the inhabitants of the apartment block. The narrative centers on the struggle of the elite unit as they navigate the hostile environment and attempt to complete their objective while facing the threat of the criminals who control the location.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An elite swat team raids an impenetrable Jakarta safe house for dangerous killers."

### Why Watch
- features intense action sequences
- high stakes plot

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains violence
- limited plot details provided
- Tone & Suitability: This film contains violence appropriate for its R rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, thriller, crime, tense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Hulu, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | Tubi TV, CTV | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Foxtel Now, Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder Apple TV Channel | SBS On Demand | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gareth Evans
- **Networks / Studios**: Celluloid Dreams, PT. Merantau Films, XYZ Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Iko Uwais** as *Rama*
- **Joe Taslim** as *Jaka*
- **Donny Alamsyah** as *Andi*
- **Yayan Ruhian** as *Mad Dog*
- **Pierre Gruno** as *Wahyu*
- **Ray Sahetapy** as *Tama*
- **Tegar Satrya** as *Bowo*
- **Iang Darmawan** as *Gofar*
- **Eka 'Piranha' Rahmadia** as *Dagu*
- **Verdi Solaiman** as *Budi*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of the film?
The film was released in 2012.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
It is classified as action, thriller, and crime.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The runtime is 1 hour and 41 minutes.

### Q: Where is the safe house located?
It is located deep in the heart of Jakarta's slums.

### Q: What is the primary mission of the elite team?
They are tasked with raiding the safe house to take down a notorious drug lord.

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