Ang Panday

Ang Panday

Year: 1980

Runtime: 114 mins

Language: Tagalog

ActionHorrorFantasy

Flavio, a humble blacksmith, discovers a meteor that lands near his workshop. He smelts the meteorite into a dagger called the balaraw; when he lifts it toward the heavens the blade transforms into a powerful sword. Armed with this enchanted weapon, Flavio confronts the malevolent warlord Lizardo and other supernatural threats, beginning his legend as the heroic Panday.

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Timeline – Ang Panday (1980)

Trace every key event in Ang Panday (1980) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Oppression under Lizardo and nightly branding

Flavio lives as a Panday in a village under the tyrant Lizardo. Lizardo's rule is enforced by Pilo, who brands innocent children every night. The atmosphere is one of fear, setting up the stakes for a future rebellion.

night Lizardo's village
2

Black Book discovery by Tata Temyong

Tata Temyong, Flavio’s predecessor, discovers the legendary Black Book. The tome hints that Lizardo can be defeated and points toward a path to freedom. The discovery plants the seed for a daring plan.

day
3

Meteorite and the prophecy

That night, a meteorite crashes in a field nearby. The Black Book’s prophecy ties the meteorite to a weapon that can defeat Lizardo. Flavio and Tata realize they must pursue this clue to bring down the tyrant.

night field
4

Forging the magic dagger

Flavio and Tata Temyong forge a magic dagger using the meteorite and an old bell, described as the only weapon capable of ending Lizardo's reign. The dagger hums with power, signaling its extraordinary nature. They commit to wielding it to free their land.

same night
5

Departure to reclaim the land

With the dagger completed, Flavio, Tata Temyong, and their apprentices Lando and Monica set out to confront Lizardo. They leave behind oppression and carry a seed of hope for freedom. The journey marks the beginning of a dangerous trek toward Lizardo's fortress.

start of journey
6

Seaside hut encounter with a wizard

On the road they reach a seaside hut housing one of Lizardo’s henchmen, a wizard. Flavio defeats the wizard using the dagger’s power. The victory tests their resolve as they press onward toward Lizardo.

early journey seaside hut
7

Merfolk attack and Pilo's arrival

Merfolk swarm along the coast and threaten the travelers. Flavio’s dagger hums, driving the siyokoy away and revealing its power. Then Pilo arrives, seeking revenge and attacking Flavio and his companions instead.

during journey coast
8

Zombie ambush in the forest

Later, the group is ambushed by zombies in a forest. The undead siege tests their endurance, but the dagger’s magic helps them fend off the attack. They continue their march toward Lizardo’s fortress despite the dangers.

later forest
9

Capture of Tata Temyong and Monica

Tata Temyong and Monica are captured by Lizardo’s men and brought to the fortress. The danger tightens as Flavio and the others realize their companions are in peril. Still, their resolve hardens to save them.

at fortress Lizardo's fortress
10

Lando finds refuge in the Aswang hut

Away from the fortress, Lando seeks safety and finds refuge in a hut haunted by an aswang. Flavio later locates and defeats the aswang with the dagger’s power. This encounter rekindles the team’s determination to reach Lizardo.

while pursuing rescue hut haunted by an aswang
11

Lizardo's duel challenge

Lizardo finally challenges Flavio to a duel, bringing Tata Temyong, Monica, and all his slaves to witness. The tyrant tries to overwhelm Flavio with numbers, but the Panday holds firm. The battle is set to determine the fate of the realm.

duel Lizardo's fortress courtyard
12

Duel and transformation

Flavio defeats Lizardo’s guards as his dagger transforms into a sword. The dagger hums with renewed power as Flavio closes in on Lizardo. The moment builds toward the climactic confrontation.

final confrontation fortress courtyard
13

Lizardo's death and freedom

In the final duel, Lizardo ages with every strike Flavio lands. Flavio stabs him in the chest, and the tyrant dies and fades away. With Lizardo defeated, Flavio frees the slaves and leads them toward freedom.

final duel fortress courtyard

Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 14:43

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