Out of Order (2025 film)

Out of Order
Release movie poster
Directed byRichards R. Faulkerson Jr.
Written byRandy Q. Villanueva
Atty. Karen Lustica
Ryan Evangelista
Richards Faulkerson Jr.
Produced byVicent del Rosario III
Vic del Rosario Jr.
Veronique del Rosario Corpus
Valerie del Rosario
Starring
Production
companies
Viva Films
Studio Viva
Myriad Entertainment
Distributed byNetflix PH
Release dates
  • July 2, 2025 (2025-07-02) (Vietnam)
  • September 19, 2025 (2025-09-19) (India)
  • October 2, 2025 (2025-10-02) (Philippines)
Running time
105 minutes
CountryPhilippines

Out of Order is a 2025 Philippine legal thriller drama directed by Richard Faulkerson Jr., in his feature directorial debut and co-written by Randy Villanueva, Atty. Karen Lustica and Ryan Evangelista.[1] It stars Alden Richards , Heaven Peralejo and Nonie Buencamino with Nicco Manalo, Joyce Ching and a special participation of Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes.[2][3][4]

Synopsis

Alex is a rookie lawyer, reluctantly agrees to be his estranged father David defense counsel in a homicide trial, squaring off his prosecutor ex-girlfriend Jenny at the courtroom. While trying to unlock the murder and prove his father's innocence, Alex finds himself more and more involved in the case.

Cast

Special participation

Production

Pre-production

Prior to filming, Peralejo had a personal role immersion for her character and would tag along with her friend, an Ateneo law student to observe a court hearing at San Juan Hall of Justice.[5][6] For their characters immersion, Richards and Heaven Peralejo watched the actual court proceedings everyday for a week at the Quezon City Hall of Justice.[7] Richard credited Dominic Zapata and Coco Martin for giving him a guided advice about directing. He added that wearing three hats of responsibility was very challenging to him.[8][9]

Filming

The filming began from November to December 2023 in Laguna and Taguig City.[10] Principal Photography for the film was in January 2024.[11] Originally, the film was 3 and 1/2 hours long but was cut down to abide Netflix standards.[3][12]

Release

The film was an official entry to the 3rd Da Nang Asian International Film Festival (DANAFF) in Vietnam, which was screened from June 29 to July 5, 2025.[13][14] Out of Order was an official entry to 2025 Jagran Film Festival in Mumbai, India.[2][15] The movie was released on October 2, 2025 on Netflix Philippines, it landed on the number 1 spot in the top 10 most watched movies.[16][17]

Accolades

Organization Year Category Recipient(s) Result Ref.
NDM+ Awards 2026 Best Supporting Actress Heaven Peralejo Won [18]

References

  1. ^ Valdez, Jasper (5 June 2025). "Alden Richards debuts as director with courtroom drama 'Out of Order'". Manila Standard. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  2. ^ a b Yap, Jade Veronique (22 September 2025). "Alden Richards is a fearless lawyer in 'Out of Order' trailer". GMA Network. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  3. ^ a b Jusay, Annalyn (2 October 2025). "A new chapter for Alden Richards as he directs 'Out of Order'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  4. ^ Ariola, Tessa Mauricio (1 October 2025). "Alden Richards debuts 'Out of Order' on Netflix". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  5. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (30 September 2025). "Heaven Peralejo naawa kay Alden Richards bilang aktor at direktor". PEP. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  6. ^ "Heaven Peralejo shares her experience working with Alden Richards as director of 'Out of Order'". Abscbn. 5 October 2025. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  7. ^ "Why Alden Richards' 'Out of Order' Will Never Be Out of Date". Pulp Magazine. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  8. ^ "Alden Richards gives a glimpse of 'Direk Alden' in new photo". GMA Network. 15 December 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  9. ^ "Alden Richards bares challenges in debut directorial job 'Out of Order'". GMA Network. 29 September 2025. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
  10. ^ Napoles, Jimboy; Almo, Nherz (1 December 2023). "Heaven Peralejo, bagong leading lady ni Alden Richards". GMA Network. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  11. ^ "Heaven, napahanga ni Alden". Pang Masa. 12 December 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  12. ^ Farinas, Ian (30 September 2025). "Directorial debut ni Alden mahigit tatlong oras ang running time". Journal News Online. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  13. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (4 June 2025). "Alden Richards' directorial debut film 'Out of Order' to premiere at Da Nang filmfest". Inquirer. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  14. ^ Jaucian, Don (4 June 2025). "Alden Richards' Directorial Debut to Premiere at International Film Festival". Rolling Stones Philippines. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  15. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (3 October 2025). "Alden Richards idol si Coco Martin bilang actor/producer/director". PEP. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  16. ^ "Alden Richards' directorial debut 'Out of Order' is the No. 1 movie on Netflix Philippines!". GMA Network. 3 October 2025. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  17. ^ "Nanguna sa Netflix! Directorial job ni Alden pinintasan". Abante Tonite. 4 October 2025. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  18. ^ Dabu, Rose (19 February 2026). "Heaven Peralejo, proud na ibinahagi ang kanyang Best Supporting Actress award". KAMI. Retrieved 23 February 2026.