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345 Live-Action Films Showcasing Asian Cinema

341 titles

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  1. 301SPEC: ZeroMovie · 2013 · 138mSaya Toma lost her parents and brother in a plane crash. A detective told her, shortly after, that their deaths might have been caused by people with "spec"—a term she’d never heard before. Six years later, Saya, driven by the detective's words, becomes a detective herself, training with the FBI in the U.S. She returns to Japan and joins the Public Security Bureau, working on cold cases. However, a scheme by Satoshi Chii has turned Juichi Ninomae against Saya, making him see her as an enemy and pushing her to her limits. Chii's actions have also caused Saya and Juichi to forget they are siblings. The estranged siblings find themselves in a life-or-death struggle, complicated by the involvement of a girl named Maho Ueno. To protect Maho, Saya uses her "spec."IMDb 6.2TMDB 8.0
  2. 302Shinobi: Heart Under BladeMovie · 2005 · 107m · ActionGennosuke and Oboro are secretly in love, but they come from rival ninja villages. At an annual conference with the Lord, a deadly competition is announced: a fight to the death between the five best shinobi from each village. The situation becomes even more complicated when Gennosuke and Oboro are both chosen to lead their village's team.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6
  3. 303Nin x Nin: The Ninja Star HattoriMovie · 2004 · 102mApprentice ninja Kanzo Hattori journeys from his hometown of Iga for his final training, tasked with protecting his master, Kenichi, at all costs while adhering to the ninja code. Kenichi is a shy nine-year-old boy, isolated from his peers, who secretly admires a girl named Midori. As they navigate the city of Edo (Tokyo), Hattori must uncover why their rival, the Koga Ninja clan, is thriving while the Iga clan is fading. Simultaneously, mysterious victims are discovered unconscious, bearing the Koga Ninja crest and found with a throwing knife nearby. Witnessing Hattori's dedication inspires Kenichi to find his own courage.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.8
  4. 304Romance of Their OwnMovie · 2004 · 113mHan-kyung, a country girl, moves to town to live with her mother. Her innocent charm draws the attention of Hae-won and Tae-sung, the town's most popular boys, who become rivals for her affection. However, Tae-sung harbors a devastating secret that prevents him from reciprocating Han-kyung’s feelings. This heartbreaking love triangle deeply affects everyone around them.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3
  5. 305Honey and CloverMovie · 2006 · 117mBased on the popular manga, director Masahiro Takada's coming-of-age drama centers on five students at Hama Art College. They are preparing to leave school and embark on a journey of self-discovery in the wider world.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3
  6. 306Young and DangerousMovie · 1996 · 99m · Action, CrimeIn a world of crime and chaos, five rebellious young men find their way through life by singing karaoke, committing crimes, and relying on each other. Their risky actions frequently land them in dangerous situations, blurring the lines between hunter and hunted. As they navigate loyalty, love, and loss, these friends face life's harsh realities and learn that their bonds are more valuable than anything else. Their turbulent journey of violence, humor, and betrayal reveals a moving story of youthful recklessness and the strength of brotherhood.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5
  7. 307Edge of TomorrowMovie · 2014 · 114m · Action, Science FictionLieutenant Bill Cage, a civilian officer with no combat experience, is abruptly sent into a dangerous battlefield. He's killed almost immediately, but manages to take down an alien. He then wakes up back at the start of the day, trapped in a time loop where he's forced to fight and die repeatedly.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6
  8. 308VanishedMovie · 2006 · 96mA group of eight school friends gather for a game that promises to fulfill their deepest desires. However, they quickly realize that errors in the game can have devastating consequences, far beyond the loss of their hopes.IMDb 4.9TMDB 6.1
  9. 309The Prince of TennisMovie · 2006 · 111mRyoma Echizen, a talented twelve-year-old tennis player, enrolls at the prestigious Seishun Academy Middle School with the goal of joining the school's renowned tennis team.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.7
  10. 310The Liar and His LoverMovie · 2013 · 117m · Music, RomanceThis film tells the story of a relationship between Aki, a 25-year-old sound engineer, and Riko, a gifted 16-year-old high school student with a remarkable voice. Aki, a member of the popular band "Crude Play," leaves the group right before they are set to release their first major record. He continues to provide music for Crude Play under the pseudonym Soichiro. As Aki and Riko begin dating, she is unaware of his past. She enjoys listening to him hum, while also being part of a band with her childhood friends Yuichi and Sota. Eventually, Riko is discovered by producer Soichiro.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.6
  11. 311ShamoMovie · 2007 · 105mRyo Narushima, released from prison after serving time for killing his parents, dedicates himself to becoming a professional kickboxer.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.5
  12. 312Nana 2Movie · 2006 · 130m · Drama, Music, RomanceThis sequel to Nana follows two women named Nana who share an apartment, despite their contrasting personalities. As Nana Osaki's band, the Black Stones, gains popularity, it strains the bond between the best friends. At the same time, Nana Komatsu navigates a complicated love triangle involving Black Stones guitarist Nobu and Trapnest bassist Takumi.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.4
  13. 313SmugglerMovie · 2011 · 114mRyōsuke Kinuta, a struggling actor with a debt to a dangerous loan shark, takes on a perilous job: smuggling bodies under the cover of darkness. His latest cargo, however, includes a live, highly skilled assassin.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4
  14. 314KakashiMovie · 2001 · 86mTo find her missing brother, Tsuyoshi, Kaoru travels to the isolated village of Kozukata in rural Japan. The villagers are unwelcoming except for Sally, a Chinese girl. When Kaoru's car breaks down, she becomes stranded. Is she being punished for something she did previously?IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.4
  15. 315The Parasite Doctor Suzune: GenesisMovie · 2011 · 72mA city is overrun by strange parasites that invade people, amplifying their power and desires. Suzune Arizono, a veterinarian specializing in parasites, battles to stop the plague. She discovers an organization called the Kito Zaibatsu is responsible for the parasites' rapid spread, and that her father, Dr. Arizono, is connected to them. Determined to defeat the Kito Zaibatsu and find her father, Suzune confronts the danger head-on.IMDb 3.8TMDB 3.5
  16. 316The Black SwindlerMovie · 2008 · 127mThere are three types of con artists: the "White Swindler," who steals money; the "Red Swindler," who exploits people emotionally; and the "Black Swindler," who preys on the corrupting influence of wealth. A young man, once robbed of his family by a swindler, becomes the most dangerous of them all – a "Black Swindler" who targets other con artists. Now known as Kurosaki, he's hired by Reiko to track down Ishigaki, who defrauded her of money. But the case reveals a much larger scheme, one that threatens the stability of the Japanese economy.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7
  17. 317Sister GameMovie · 2014 · 118mSister Game is a romantic comedy about Gorō Hōzuki, a high school student, and his older sister Haru, who is not his biological sibling. Gorō is constantly embarrassed by Haru's mischievous and flirtatious pranks. The film follows their everyday interactions.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.3
  18. 318Zero Woman: Dangerous GameMovie · 1998 · 80mRei, the top assassin for the Tokyo Police Department's secret Zero Division, is tasked with eliminating a dangerous gangster linked to numerous murders. Simultaneously, she must shield the gangster’s mistress from assassins determined to silence her and prevent her from cooperating with the police. Initially resistant to the unusual assignment, the two women develop an unexpected bond.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.2
  19. 319Kakera: A Piece of Our LifeMovie · 2009 · 107mA college student's romantic life is stagnant until she encounters a bisexual medical artist who creates prosthetic body parts.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.5
  20. 320Star of David: Beauty HuntingMovie · 1979 · 100m · Horror, Thriller"The Silent Heir," based on Masaaki Sato's manga, reveals the hidden darkness within a seemingly respectable man. Tatsuya hides sinister desires beneath a facade of respectability. A young man from a privileged family, he leads a double life, charming and then imprisoning women in the basement of his estate. There, he engages in brutal sexual violence. This unsettling story challenges viewers to consider whether appearances can be trusted.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.2
  21. 321Zero Woman: The AccusedMovie · 1997 · 77mRei is a skilled but unwilling assassin working for the Tokyo Police Department's Zero Division. She forms an unexpected bond with a young man she encounters at a gay bar. After he is assaulted, Rei takes him into her home. When a series of brutal murders occur, Rei begins to believe her friend is the killer, seeking revenge for past mistreatment. Torn between her loyalty to the police and her friendship, she must decide whether to uphold her duty or protect the person she's come to care for.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.4
  22. 322City HunterMovie · 1993 · 100m · Action, Adventure, ComedyA sharp private investigator unexpectedly finds himself on a luxurious, isolated cruise liner filled with wealthy passengers and attractive women – and dangerous terrorists. When the ship's food supply mysteriously starts to disappear, he must investigate the strange events unfolding among the glamorous setting to uncover the truth and keep everyone safe. He may also discover something about himself along the way.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.6
  23. 323Female Prisoner Scorpion: Jailhouse 41Movie · 1972 · 90m · Action, Crime, DramaMatsu's life takes a dark turn when she becomes involved with a detective who manipulates her affection for his own purposes. Betrayed and heartbroken, she is imprisoned in a brutal women's prison. There, she confronts cruel guards and a defiant inmate population, battling to survive. The film explores themes of betrayal, resilience, and self-discovery as Matsu navigates this dangerous world, fighting for freedom and a chance at redemption.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0
  24. 324SasoriMovie · 2009 · 101mA ruthless gang forces the unassuming Nami to commit murder – the killing of her fiancé's sister – shattering her engagement and landing her in a notorious women's prison. Determined to survive, Nami transforms from victim to a formidable force, becoming tougher than the other inmates. She eventually escapes with help from a mysterious mountain man, then returns to exact revenge on those who destroyed her life.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.2
  25. 325Dead Girl WalkingMovie · 2004 · 44mYuri is a typical teenager until she discovers she's seemingly deceased. Despite no longer being alive, she strives to maintain her sense of self and continue living. However, her family wants her gone.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.7
  26. 326200 Pounds BeautyMovie · 2006 · 116m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceHanna, a plus-size lip-sync performer who provides backing vocals for pop star Ammy, harbors a secret affection for Han Sang-jun. After Ammy publicly embarrasses Hanna while Han is watching, Hanna resolves to have cosmetic surgery.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8
  27. 327Shrill Cries: ReshuffleMovie · 2009 · 106mKeiichi Maebara, a teenager, moves with his family from the city to the village of Hinamizawa and begins to settle into a peaceful life. He makes friends, enjoys school and games, and finds happiness. However, this tranquility is shattered by a brutal murder, sparking a mystery that goes back five years. As Keiichi investigates the strange events surrounding the murder, he begins to question whether he can handle the truth he uncovers.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.8
  28. 328SakuranMovie · 2006 · 111m · History, DramaAnna Tsuchiya stars as an oiran, a highly respected geisha in the pleasure district of Yoshiwara during the Edo period. She must skillfully maneuver through the complex social dynamics of the brothel while desperately trying to maintain her relationship with the man she loves.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
  29. 329Rurouni Kenshin: The FinalMovie · 2021 · 138m · Action, Adventure, HistoryIn 1879, Kenshin and his allies confront their most formidable foe: Enishi Yukishiro, Kenshin's former brother-in-law, and his followers, who are determined to exact revenge.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.7
  30. 330NanaMovie · 2005 · 113m · Romance, Drama, MusicTwo women named Nana meet on a train traveling to Tokyo. Nana K. wants to find her boyfriend, while Nana O. hopes to succeed in the music industry. Though different, they quickly connect and decide to become roommates.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  31. 331Library WarsMovie · 2013 · 128mIn 2019 Japan, a new law grants the government the power to eliminate printed materials deemed objectionable, stifling free expression. In response, the Library Force is established to safeguard libraries. Led by instructor Atsushi Dojo and Iku Kasahara, the Library Force confronts the government's armed force in a fierce conflict.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.2
  32. 332Eko Eko Azarak: AwakeningMovie · 2001 · 89mThe fourth film in the popular Eko Eko Azarak series continues the story from the second movie. After the events of the previous film, Misa discovers, along with the rest of Japan, the extent of her developing abilities when she and her friends are attacked while in the woods.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.2
  33. 333High School DebutMovie · 2011 · 93mHaruna Nagashima, a dedicated softball player since middle school, decides high school is the time to find a boyfriend. Having missed out on current trends, she's unsure how to attract a boy. She meets popular upperclassman You Komiyama and asks him to teach her. He agrees, but with a condition: she cannot fall in love with him.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1
  34. 334The Lady Shogun and Her MenMovie · 2010 · 116mIn 1716, a mysterious epidemic decimates the male population of Japan, leaving women as the dominant force in society. Men are now valued primarily for their ability to bear children. Unoshin Mizuno hopes to marry his childhood sweetheart, Onobu, but their differing social classes make this nearly impossible. To improve his standing and support his family, Unoshin enters the Ohoku, the inner chambers of the Shogun's castle, where he competes with 3,000 other men for the favor of the female shogun. He soon discovers the men are strikingly beautiful but fiercely ambitious and manipulative. The story takes a turn when the 7th Shogun Tokugawa dies, and his successor, Yoshimune Tokugawa, enters the Ohoku.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8
  35. 335Sukeban BoyMovie · 2006 · 62mBullied for his appearance, a teenage boy is dressed as a girl by his biker father and enrolled in an all-girls school, where he goes by the name Sukeban. He befriends a classmate named Michiko, who shows him around. Lessons in humility escalate into violence when a mysterious woman with a mask and an axe appears. The story then involves jealousy, hormone injections, nudity, a violent confrontation, and its aftermath.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.0
  36. 336God's Left Hand, Devil's Right HandMovie · 2006 · 94mThe true horror lies within humanity, and specifically within the self. The film explores whether one can endure the unavoidable terror of confronting one's own inner darkness.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.3
  37. 337YattermanMovie · 2009 · 111m · Action, ComedyBy day, Gan and his girlfriend Ai are quiet owners of a toy shop. But when danger appears, they become the superheroes Yatterman 1 and 2. Joined by Yatterwoof, a dog-shaped robot, they battle the evil Doronbow gang, headed by the alluring Lady Doronjo. Their mission: prevent the gang from obtaining four magical skull pieces that would give them global control.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.1
  38. 338Doing TimeMovie · 2002 · 93mIn a low-security prison, a man serves his time within a highly structured environment. Over time, the regimented routine gradually erodes the inmates' sense of self, leading them to lose their individuality.IMDb 7.1TMDB 5.5
  39. 339Captivity DetectiveMovie · 2013 · 103mAfter a murder, Ryota becomes the prime suspect. To clear his name, he holds Akane captive in his room. Akane, who was present at the crime scene and suspects Ryota committed the murder, agrees to help him. As Ryota tries to reconstruct the events, he worries about proving his innocence. Akane offers her assistance, and together they use a computer and smartphone to uncover evidence.
  40. 340Peak: The RescuersMovie · 2011 · 126mShimazaki Sanpo is a seasoned mountain climber and volunteer rescue worker who believes everyone should experience the mountains. He’s forgiving of accidents caused by carelessness, even accepting death with understanding. When new recruit Shiina Kumi joins the Nagano prefecture mountain rescue team, she develops under Sanpo's tutelage and the demanding training of Captain Noda. However, she struggles to apply her skills in a real emergency, leading to self-doubt. A sudden blizzard triggers multiple accidents, compelling the entire team to respond.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2
  41. 341Blazing FamigliaMovie · 2012 · 127m"Blazing Famiglia" follows a family with a past in organized crime. Tetsu Hino, formerly the leader of a notorious motorcycle gang in the Kanto region, is now a middle-aged man struggling for respect from his rebellious son, Shuhei. When the daughter of a former gang member is assaulted, Tetsu reunites with his old crew. Despite his desire for a quiet life, he rediscovers his old passion. He soon discovers that Ken Igarashi is responsible for the attack, fueled by a long-standing grudge against Tetsu.IMDb 5.9