Akira
"Neo-Tokyo is about to E.X.P.L.O.D.E."
Originally released in 1988. Akira is a animation/science fiction film. directed by Katsuhiro Otomo. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, and Mami Koyama
Synopsis
A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 10, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
2h 4m
124 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (4,605 votes)
Budget
$5.7M
Production budget
Box Office
$49M
8.6x return
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mitsuo Iwata
as Shotaro Kaneda (voice)
Nozomu Sasaki
as Tetsuo Shima (voice)
Mami Koyama
as Kei (voice)
Taro Ishida
as Colonel Shikishima
Mizuho Suzuki
as Doctor Ônishi
Tessyo Genda
as Ryûsaku (voice)
Koichi Kitamura
as Priestess Miyako / Council A (voice)
Yuriko Fuchizaki
as Kaori (voice)
Masaaki Okura
as Yamagata (voice)
Takeshi Kusao
as Kai (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
- Budget
- $5,700,000
- Revenue
- $49,000,000
Production Companies
- MBS
- Sumitomo Corporation
- TOHO
- Kodansha
- Tokyo Movie Shinsha
- Bandai
- Hakuhodo
- LaserDisc Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akira about?
A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop.
Who directed Akira?
Akira was directed by Katsuhiro Otomo.
How long is Akira?
Akira has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
When was Akira released?
Akira was released on June 10, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Akira?
The main cast of Akira includes Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama, Taro Ishida, Mizuho Suzuki.
Is Akira worth watching?
Akira has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 4,605 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.