On the Job: The Missing 8′ is currently screening at select Ayala Cinemas until 8 November.
Directed by Erik Matti, it premiered in 2021 at the Venice International Film Festival, and won the Volpi Cup Best Actor for John Arcilla.
It has been submitted as the Philippine entry to the Best International Feature at the 95th Academy Awards in March 2023.
On Facebook, Matti wrote: "With the trend nowadays of people waiting for any type of film to move into online streaming services to see it, any chance for filmmakers get to show their work on the big screen is always something to be excited for.
"I am thrilled that we can finally show #OnTheJobTheMissing8 in cinemas.
"Originally written and produced for theatrical release, we decided to pivot and convert it as a six-part limited series for @hboasia and @hbomax.
"Now that the cinemas have reopened,
OnTheJobTheMissing8 will have a limited run in Ayala theaters from Nov 2-8.
"I am inviting everyone to please watch my intended cut of our crime thriller in its full, complete version of 3 hours and 28 minutes. There is nothing like watching the nuances of the characters on the big screen and the epic, sprawling political landscape of the town of La Paz that is as timely as current headlines."
'On the Job: The Missing 8' is showing at Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Glorietta 4, Circuit Makati, TriNoma, Market Market, Ayala Malls Feliz, Marquee Mall Pampanga, and Capitol Central Bacolod.