Directed by Kimo Stamboel and co-written with Khalid Kashogi and Agasyah Karim, Indonesian film The Elixir plunges into the horror of a village plagued by a mysterious curse. Starring Eva Celia, Mikha Tambayong and Donny Damara, this horrific thriller will be available on Netflix from October 23, 2025.
In this suspenseful horror feature, a divided family must unite to survive after a cursed elixir turns the inhabitants of their village into the undead. Between bloody confrontations and buried secrets, everyone must face their deepest fears if they are to survive.
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With its stifling atmosphere and rural setting, The Elixir follows in the tradition of Indonesian horror cinema, already popularized by titles such as Suzzanna: The Queen of Black Magic and May the Devil Take You. The film explores family ties through the prism of the supernatural, blending local beliefs with dramatic tension.
The Elixir
Film | 2025 | 1h56
Released on Netflix October 23, 2025
Original title : Abadi Nan Jaya
Nationality : Indonesia
Fans of zombie and survival horror films should appreciate this Indonesian approach to the myth of the undead, where anguish mingles with human tragedy. The Elixir promises an intense experience combining horror, emotion and social symbolism.
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With The Elixir, Netflix continues to enrich its catalog of international horror cinema, offering a new take on fantasy from Southeast Asia.
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