‘Halfworlds’ To Premiere 29 November, Trailer Out Now!

HBO Asia‘s highly-anticipated Halfworlds will be premiering on HBO all across Asia on the 29th of November. The eight-episode television mini-series is directed by acclaimed Indonesian director Joko Anwar.

Exclusive, behind-the-scenes content from the series will premiere on the show’s page, and the first episode will also be available for streaming on the 29th of November. As of now the trailer — which was first shown in Jakarta Comic Con yesterday — can be found only on the page.

An original HBO Asia production, Halfworlds is set in the hidden alleys and dark corners of present-day Jakarta, where a colony of demons known as Demits have existed for centuries. The series begin as we witness the ecosystem in which humans and Demits have co-existed become disturbed, sealing the fate of the city’s inhabitants.

Halfworlds stars a long list of notable Indonesian talent including Reza Rahadian, Tara Basro, Ario Bayu, Arifin Putra and Adinia Wirasti, but also boasts Malaysian actor Bront Palarae in a significant role. You can read more about the series in our previous coverage.

Here are some stills from the series!