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Akira

Akira

Neo-Tokyo is about to E.X.P.L.O.D.E.

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: AKIRA
  • Genres: Animation, Science Fiction, Action
  • Release Date: 1988-06-10
  • Runtime: 124 minutes
  • Rating: 7.942/10 (4507 votes)
  • Budget: $5,700,000
  • Revenue: $49,000,000
  • Production Companies: MBS, Sumitomo Corporation, TOHO, Studio Fuga, Kodansha, Tokyo Movie Shinsha, Bandai, Hakuhodo, LaserDisc Corporation
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 8.308
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Mitsuo Iwata

Mitsuo Iwata

as Shotaro Kaneda (voice)

Nozomu Sasaki

Nozomu Sasaki

as Tetsuo Shima (voice)

Mami Koyama

Mami Koyama

as Kei (voice)

Taro Ishida

Taro Ishida

as Colonel Shikishima

Mizuho Suzuki

Mizuho Suzuki

as Doctor Ônishi

Tessyo Genda

Tessyo Genda

as Ryûsaku (voice)

Koichi Kitamura

Koichi Kitamura

as Priestess Miyako / Council A (voice)

Yuriko Fuchizaki

Yuriko Fuchizaki

as Kaori (voice)

Masaaki Okura

Masaaki Okura

as Yamagata (voice)

Takeshi Kusao

Takeshi Kusao

as Kai (voice)

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

AKIRA Rerelease Theatrical Trailer [1988]

Akira (1988) - Trailer (U.S. Trailer) HD 1080p

AKIRA - 25th Anniversary Edition - Coming Soon - Trailer

Akira' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times

External Links

Keywords

armystreet gangsaving the worldtotal destructionexperimentgeneralmegacityatomic bombstadiumundergroundmutationdystopiacyberpunkbased on mangamotorcycle gangadult animationpsychotronicanimephilosophical2010sexcitedvibrant

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Akira?

Akira is a Animation, Science Fiction, Action movie directed by . It was released on 1988-06-10.

Who are the main actors in Akira?

The main cast includes Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama, Taro Ishida, Mizuho Suzuki, .

Where can I watch Akira online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Akira is available.

Is Akira based on a true story?

Neo-Tokyo is about to E.X.P.L.O.D.E.

What is the IMDb rating of Akira?

Akira has an IMDb rating of 7.942/10 based on 4507 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Akira?

The movie had a production budget of $5,700,000 and earned $49,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Akira?

The soundtrack was composed by MBS, Sumitomo Corporation, TOHO, Studio Fuga, Kodansha, Tokyo Movie Shinsha, Bandai, Hakuhodo, LaserDisc Corporation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Akira filmed?

Akira was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Akira?

The total runtime of Akira is 124 minutes.

Is Akira suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Akira?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Akira.

Does Akira have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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