The Negotiator movie poster

The Negotiator

August 17, 2003 1h 47m 6.8/10 (10 votes)

Originally released in 2003. The Negotiator is a crime/thriller film. directed by Takashi Miike.

Starring Hiroshi Mikami, Mayu Tsuruta, and Shiro Sano

Synopsis

After a convenience store robbery, three unidentified men hold a group of people hostage in a hospital. Inspector Ishida and Captain Tohno handle the negotiations while one of their colleagues, Lt. Ando, tries to find out why the men decided to take the hospital hostage. Through flashbacks, relevant information is revealed to the audience. When the negotiations are finished, most things seem to be fine until they lose track of the criminals. Then, the story unveils from a different perspective, its roots in feelings of love and vengeance.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 17, 2003 22 years ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (10 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Excellent Film
  • WOWOW

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Negotiator about?

After a convenience store robbery, three unidentified men hold a group of people hostage in a hospital. Inspector Ishida and Captain Tohno handle the negotiations while one of their colleagues, Lt....

Who directed The Negotiator?

The Negotiator was directed by Takashi Miike.

How long is The Negotiator?

The Negotiator has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

When was The Negotiator released?

The Negotiator was released on August 17, 2003 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Negotiator?

The main cast of The Negotiator includes Hiroshi Mikami, Mayu Tsuruta, Shiro Sano, Kenichi Endo, Masatô Ibu.