820 Live-Action Adaptations of Japanese Comics
812 titles
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OldboyMovie · 2013 · 104m · Thriller, MysteryA man with just three and a half days and few resources must uncover the truth behind his unexplained 20-year imprisonment in a plain, featureless room.Stream onIMDb 5.8TMDB 5.9
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KochiKame - The Movie: Save the Kachidoki Bridge!Movie · 2011 · 112mPolice Officer Kankichi Ryotsu (Shingo Katori) returns to the Kameari Park Police Box, where his good intentions consistently lead to chaos. From attempting to scam shopkeepers to tricking children, Ryotsu creates problems wherever he goes. His exasperated colleagues, Reiko Catherine Akimoto (Karina) and Keiichi Nagakawa (Mokomichi Hayami), are at their wit's end, and their boss Ohara (Masato Ibu) is constantly reprimanding him.IMDb 6.3TMDB 4.5 - 603
Ichi the KillerMovie · 2001 · 129m · Action, Crime, HorrorYakuza enforcer Kakihara searches for his missing boss and encounters Ichi, a deeply repressed and dangerously disturbed killer. Ichi possesses a capacity for inflicting pain that intrigues Kakihara, offering a path to the brutal satisfaction he craves.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0
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Female Prisoner #701: ScorpionMovie · 1972 · 87m · Crime, Thriller, ActionMatsushima's life changes dramatically when she becomes involved with Sugimi, a detective working with the mafia. Driven by love and betrayal, Matsushima seeks revenge on those who hurt her. Her pursuit of justice leads her through dangerous criminal circles and complicated alliances. As she uncovers layers of deception, she struggles to trust anyone, resulting in a suspenseful game of cat and mouse where her desire for vengeance is pushed to the breaking point.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
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Lock-On LoveMovie · 2018 · 95mA charming but clueless man with striking looks falls for a woman who seems unattainable.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.7 - 606
MuseumMovie · 2016 · 132m · Drama, ThrillerIn Tokyo, Japan, a series of disturbing murders occur specifically on rainy days. Detective Sawamura, leading the investigation, uncovers a disturbing link between his own family and the crimes.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.7 - 607
GTO: The Graduation SpecialMovie · 2013 · 88mWith the national university entrance exam approaching, Onizuka Eikichi (AKIRA) and his Class 3/4 are intensely focused on studying. Onizuka, working with assistant form teacher Fuyutsuki Azusa (Takimoto Miori) to provide career guidance, challenges the students to consider their motivations for striving for top universities and, ultimately, desirable careers.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.9 - 608
Words of DevotionMovie · 2007 · 72mOotani and Tachibana's relationship seems strong, but their feelings are tested when an old friend from Tachibana's past returns. This makes Ootani question whether he is truly the person Tachibana desires.IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.9 - 609
Dolmen XMovie · 2018 · 108mBased on the manga series "Dolmen X" by Yuna Takagi, this feature film follows Ichii, Nii, Sai, and Yoi – aliens who have traveled to Earth with the goal of invasion, but prefer a non-violent approach. To ease their minds, Yoi takes them to a live male idol concert. Impressed by the performance, the aliens decide to become idols themselves as a means to conquer Earth. They form an idol group called 'Dolmen X.' - 610
Dragon Tiger GateMovie · 2006 · 94m · Action, ThrillerThree young martial artists, from the hidden corners of Hong Kong, dedicate themselves to protecting those who cannot defend themselves from wrongdoing.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.7
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The Red SpectaclesMovie · 1987 · 116m · Action, Science Fiction, ComedySummer 1995 marks a turning point for the city, ushering in the "Age of Cats" and the end of the elite Kerberos police unit. A former member, a stray dog exiled for three years, returns to his old neighborhood seeking direction. Guided by the mysterious "Young Lady of Fate," he navigates a changing city, facing challenges and forming unexpected alliances. The dog's journey tests his loyalty, instincts, and the enduring connection between animals and humans as the city adjusts to this new era.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 612
Akado Suzunosuke: Monster in the MoonlightMovie · 1957 · 57mThe initial films detail the character's background, covering his upbringing and the development of his fighting abilities. Subsequently, he is forced to confront a former friend who has become involved with a criminal organization. - 613
Shadow HuntersMovie · 1972 · 90mDuring the final years of the Tokugawa shogunate, *Shadow Hunters* follows three ronin who operate as clandestine protectors. These former samurai, disillusioned by the shogunate's exploitation of feudal lords, have chosen a path of resistance. Instead of seeking personal gain, they dedicate their skills to thwarting the government's oppressive tactics and protecting the daimyos from being exploited for resources.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5
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Akado Suzunosuke and the Vacuum Slash of the Asuka SchoolMovie · 1957 · 50mSuzunosuke seeks out a martial arts master, hoping to learn the master's secret technique: the "Vacuum Slash," which allows the user to create tornadoes. - 615
Akado Suzunosuke Destroys the Devil Mask GangMovie · 1957 · 50mA valiant warrior fights a criminal gang clad in devil costumes, utilizing both magical abilities and exceptional swordsmanship. - 616
Akado Suzunosuke vs. the Devil in Crescent Moon TowerMovie · 1957 · 70mThe swordsman is once again confronted by the Devil Mask Gang, a group of killers who are easily identified by their frightening masks. - 617
Akado Suzunosuke vs. the One-Legged DevilMovie · 1957 · 64mA swordsman with extraordinary abilities confronts a ruthless band of thugs. Their leader is a villain notable for his wooden leg. - 618
Akado Suzunosuke vs. the Birdman with 3 EyesMovie · 1958 · 71mSuzunosuke confronts his most formidable adversaries yet: a malevolent gang commanded by a one-eyed bird-like creature and other demonic beings. - 619
GantzMovie · 2010 · 130m · Horror, Action, Science FictionWhile attempting a subway rescue, two teenagers find themselves in a strange room with a large, enigmatic black sphere. Suddenly, they are tasked with tracking down and eliminating extraterrestrial beings secretly living on Earth.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 620
The Castle of Crossed DestiniesMovie · 2012 · 124mInside the secluded chambers of the Shogun's castle, three thousand men compete for the favor of the female Shogun. Based on volumes four through six of the manga series "Ooku" by Fumi Yoshinaga.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.3 - 621
劇場版ACMA:GAME 最後の鍵Movie · 2024 · 119mTMDB 5.5 - 622
Step Up Love StoryMovie · 2011 · 73mYura and Makoto met on a blind date and married. Both were inexperienced with intimacy before their marriage. On their wedding night, their inexperience creates difficulties. They resolve to embrace their roles as a married couple.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.0 - 623
Wild 7Movie · 2011 · 109mFacing a surge in crime and terrorism, the Japanese National Police Agency secretly establishes the Wild 7, a motorcycle unit made up of reformed convicts – from petty criminals to ex-Yakuza. The Wild 7 are assigned to handle cases the police can't manage, involving criminals protected by powerful political ties and skilled lawyers.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.9 - 624
Crows ExplodeMovie · 2014 · 129m · Action, Adventure, CrimeA month after Genji Takiya's graduation, a new competition for the top position at Suzuran All-Boys High School starts. Transfer student Kaburagi Kazeo challenges Kagami Ryohei for the coveted title, all while tensions rise with rival Kurosaki Industrial High.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.1 - 625
Free and Easy 15Movie · 2004 · 106mDespite warnings from Su-san about his company's impending restructuring, Hama-chan takes a fishing trip to Akita for a vacation.IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.5 - 626
HoneyMovie · 2018 · 105m · Drama, RomanceNao is a quiet and sweet high school student. One day, Taiga asks her to be his girlfriend, with the condition that they will marry. Nao feels she can't refuse because she's intimidated by him. Taiga has striking red hair and intense eyes; he looks like a delinquent, but is actually kind and a great cook. As Nao gets to know Taiga, she starts to develop feelings for him.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.7 - 627
BeatMovie · 1997 · 116mMin is a hardened young man whose mother struggles with alcoholism after his father's death. The film follows his path from high school into the criminal world, sparked when a friend introduces him to organized crime. His life becomes more complicated by a romance with Romi, a woman from a wealthy family who aspires to attend a top university.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 5.9
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GTO RevivalMovie · 2024 · 90mOnizuka, a former biker who now teaches at a private high school, finds himself dealing with a unique problem: a popular online influencer with nearly two million followers. This influencer thrives on exposing and spreading rumors, causing widespread controversy for anyone they target – celebrities and everyday people alike. Several teachers and students at the academy have already been exposed. Rumors are now circulating that an imposter might be behind the influencer account. As a result, the students live in a state of constant suspicion, watching each other closely and growing increasingly paranoid.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.5 - 629
Guyver: Dark HeroMovie · 1994 · 127m · Science Fiction, ActionSean Barker finds himself in a dangerous world after being given control of the Guyver, an alien bio-armor. He had previously defeated the Kronos Corporation, a group of mutants who wanted the Guyver for their own harmful plans.
A year later, Sean continues to try to understand why the Guyver forces him to fight. As he investigates the suit and its urge to battle, he realizes he's fighting not only outside enemies but also internal struggles with his new powers. The situation becomes more urgent as Sean tries to uncover the Guyver's secrets while avoiding the same dangers that once pursued him.Stream onIMDb 5.8TMDB 5.6
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Impossibility DefenseMovie · 2018 · 106m · Mystery, Thriller, CrimeIn a secluded park, a mysterious figure in a black suit with striking red eyes fulfills assassination requests. He ensures his actions remain untraceable by meticulously orchestrating events, never breaking the law. He accepts these assignments, secretly amused by the folly of those who seek his deadly services.Stream onIMDb 5.5TMDB 7.2
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Cat-Eyed BoyMovie · 2006 · 104mThis film adapts the manga *Cat Eyed Boy* by renowned horror artist Kazuo Umezu. It tells the story of an unusual boy who possesses feline characteristics.IMDb 5.2TMDB 2.0 - 632
Guinea Pig: Mermaid in the ManholeMovie · 1988 · 58m · Horror, RomanceA struggling artist, heartbroken by his wife's leaving, finds himself drawn to painting the city's sewer system. While exploring the tunnels, he discovers a mermaid trapped within. Driven by concern, he takes her home to care for her. But her health declines. Knowing she’s fading, the mermaid asks the artist to paint her image, a final request before she perishes. This moving story examines loss, finding hope, and the strength of connection during difficult times.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.3 - 633
No Longer HeroineMovie · 2015 · 112m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceHatori Matsuzaki, a high school student, has a crush on her childhood friend Rita Terasaka and expects him to eventually reciprocate her feelings. However, Rita begins dating Miho Adachi. At the same time, Kosuke Hiromitsu, the school's most popular male student, shows interest in Hatori.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.6 - 634
Vampire IslandMovie · 2009 · 122mHiganjima is a haunting island inhabited by vampires, and no one who has ever set foot there has returned. When teenager Akira learns his missing brother was last spotted on the island, he resolves to investigate, accompanied by a group of friends.Stream onIMDb 5.3TMDB 5.8
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White-Collar Worker KintaroMovie · 1999 · 110mKintaro, a former biker gang leader trying to live an honest life as a construction worker, struggles to fit in with his new colleagues due to his unconventional methods. He's transferred to a small, rural branch where he clashes with his laid-back boss. However, they uncover a conspiracy by rivals to bankrupt the company. With the support of his old biker crew, Kintaro prepares to take on those responsible.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.1 - 636
HK: Forbidden Super HeroMovie · 2013 · 105m · Action, ComedyKyosuke Shikijo is the top student in his school's martial arts club, and like his late detective father, he has a strong sense of justice. He also harbors a secret: he enjoys wearing women's underwear and becomes the masked hero "Hentai Kamen" when he does, gaining superhuman abilities. This unusual interest stems from his parents, who had unconventional desires. When Kyosuke accidentally obtains the underwear of a fellow student, Aiko Himeno, he gains new powers and tries to protect her from a predatory teacher.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.2 - 637
My SO Has Got DepressionMovie · 2011 · 121mMikio is a dedicated husband and employee until he's diagnosed with depression. He's married to Haruko, who works as a comic artist but struggles to make sales and has largely depended on him for financial support. Haruko feels responsible for not recognizing Mikio’s struggles. His depression stems from intense pressure at work, where his company has been pushing him to resign. After he quits, his health improves, but their relationship shifts.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.3 - 638The End of the World and the Cat's DisappearanceMovie · 2014 · 88mFollowing a global pandemic, the story centers on a popular webcam performer who becomes a figure of hope.IMDb 5.7TMDB 7.0
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Tombstone of the FirefliesMovie · 2008 · 100mDuring World War II, the film centers on a young brother and sister struggling to survive in the ruins of Kobe City after it is firebombed.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.3 - 640
Golgo 13Movie · 1973 · 104mThis live-action adaptation of the popular manga follows Golgo 13, also known as Duke Togo, a highly skilled professional assassin whose origins are shrouded in mystery. Intelligence agencies worldwide know little about him. He typically carries out his assignments using a custom-made, scoped M16 rifle. Golgo 13 is hired to eliminate Boss Goa, the ruthless leader of a global criminal organization involved in drug trafficking, weapons smuggling, and human trafficking.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 4.9
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Ranma ½Movie · 2011 · 95m · Action, Comedy, FantasyAkane is the youngest of three daughters of Soun Tendo, who runs a martial arts dojo. Akane wants to continue her father's dojo. She is betrothed to Ranma, the son of her father’s friend Genma. Their relationship is complicated by a love-hate dynamic. Ranma is no ordinary boy; he transformed into a woman whenever cold water touches him after falling into a magical spring during training, reverting to male form with warm water. When Akane's father announces the dojo's successor must be male, Akane and Ranma must find a secret spring to break the curse.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.8 - 642
Video Girl AiMovie · 1991 · 95mYota struggles with romantic relationships. The day after his crush, Moemi, confesses her feelings for his best friend, he stumbles into a video store. He rents a video and plays it on his faulty VCR, inadvertently bringing the character Ai Amano to life. Ai attempts to help Yota win Moemi's affection, but in doing so, she develops feelings for him herself.Stream onIMDb 5.0TMDB 5.5
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The Cherry OrchardMovie · 1990 · 96mAt an all-girls boarding school, a group of students rehearse for a production of Anton Chekhov's "The Cherry Orchard."IMDb 7.1TMDB 3.3 - 644
Afro TanakaMovie · 2012 · 114mHiroshi Tanaka has a distinctive, naturally curly hairstyle reminiscent of 1970s afros. Seeking independence, he relocates to Tokyo. He works diligently, but at 24, he remains single.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.2 - 645
Aquarian Age: Juvenile OrionMovie · 2008Aquarian Age: The Movie adapts the popular Japanese collectible card game of the same name. It bridges the gap between the game's first and second story arcs and is intended for existing fans, assuming prior knowledge of the game's characters and plot. Viewers unfamiliar with the game's background will likely be disoriented, as the film begins mid-battle, concluding the first Saga. While featuring familiar organizations from the Aquarian Age TV series, the movie appears to be a separate work. (This is based on limited viewing of the initial episodes of the TV series.)IMDb 5.0TMDB 3.0 - 646
The Legend of Love & Sincerity: ConclusionMovie · 1976 · 89mSaotome Ai is a privileged high school student. As a child, she survived an accident that left a young boy permanently scarred between his eyes, while she remained unharmed. The boy saved her life, and though she never knew his identity, she never forgot him. Now, Taiga Makoto is a hardened young man with that same scar, living a tough life as a bully. He blames his behavior on the accident. When Ai and Makoto reconnect, she feels responsible for his bitterness and resolves to help him change. But is he capable of redemption, or is he simply a bully? - 647
Monday Drama Land Gegege no KitaroMovie · 1985 · 71mKitaro receives a letter from a spirit world postman, sent by an elementary school girl named Kyoko Seki. Kyoko explains she was attacked with scissors on her way home from cram school and that her father is acting strangely. She pleads with Kitaro to defeat an evil youkai responsible. Kitaro immediately travels to Ittan Momen and Kyoko's house to investigate.TMDB 6.0 - 648
The Legend of Love & SincerityMovie · 1974 · 89mSaotome Ai is a privileged high school student. As a child, she was in an accident that left a young boy permanently scarred between his eyes, while she remained unharmed. That boy saved her life, and though she never knew his identity, she never forgot him. Taiga Makoto is now a hardened young man with a scar between his eyes, living a tough life as a bully. He blames his rough behavior on the accident that caused his scar. When Ai and Makoto meet again, she feels responsible for his transformation and resolves to help him change. But is he capable of redemption, or is he simply a bully?IMDb 5.4 - 649
Be-Bop High SchoolMovie · 1985 · 95mThis action-packed drama follows Koji and Toru, two high school students known for their mischievous behavior, as they find themselves embroiled in thrilling and perilous escapades alongside their classmates. Adapted from the popular "Be-Bop High School" comic series, a defining element of 1980s Japanese pop culture, the story resonated deeply with young audiences.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 650
I'm All YoursMovie · 1985 · 90mOn a pleasant day, Rokurou, a student, was about to masturbate when a beautiful girl unexpectedly appears at his door, asking, "Do you need a girl?" This encounter marks the beginning of their story. Rokurou is unaware that this girl comes from a wealthy family.IMDb 6.0TMDB 2.0 - 651
Sue, Mai & Sawa: Righting the Girl ShipMovie · 2013 · 106m"Su-chan, Mai-chan, Sawako-san" explores the lives of three women who were once colleagues. Su-chan, 34, works at a coffee shop and harbors feelings for the manager. Mai-chan, also 34, is employed by an OA machine company and is involved with a married man. Sawako, 39, works as a web designer while caring for her grandmother with the help of her mother.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.1 - 652
Gegege no Kitaro Yokai Kiden Mateki Elohim EssaimMovie · 1987 · 58mA 1987 live-action adaptation of the original manga series, first created in 1960 by Shigeru Mizuki.IMDb 4.1TMDB 5.0 - 653
BadboysMovie · 2011 · 93mSet in the 1970s, director Kinji Fukasaku's Yakuza Papers films depicted decades of gang warfare in post-war Hiroshima. Thirty years later, new director Takashi Kubata brings a fresh take to the genre with Badboys. Based on Tanaka Hiroshi’s popular comic series (which also had five animated OVAs in the 1990s), Badboys follows a violent conflict between three rival gangs following a murder in Osaka. This gripping and exciting gangster action drama features some of Japan’s most promising young actors, offering a revitalizing presence for the Japanese gangster genre.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.7 - 654
HK: Hentai Kamen 2 - Abnormal CrisisMovie · 2016 · 118m · Action, ComedyReports of missing underwear continue to make headlines. Kyosuke continues to wear Aiko Completo’s panties while fighting evil. Aiko, feeling conflicted, resolves to retrieve them. Kyosuke, distraught by the loss, vanishes, and a powerful new adversary is on the horizon.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.3 - 655
Bunny DropMovie · 2011 · 114m · Drama, ComedyDaikichi discovers his late grandfather had a daughter, Rin, who is now six years old. The family is ashamed of her and rejects her. Annoyed by his family's reaction, Daikichi decides to raise Rin on his own, despite having no experience with children and being single.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 656
ScrewedMovie · 1998 · 87mTwo years have passed since Tsube, an unsuccessful cartoonist, began living casually with Kuniko in a small apartment.IMDb 6.0TMDB 4.5 - 657
Romance Of DarknessMovie · 2006 · 86mRikka Nikaidou, a seemingly sweet and naive girl, witnesses two people disappear into thin air...IMDb 4.7 - 658
GTO: Fall SpecialMovie · 2012 · 118mMonths after the events of the drama, "Onizuka" discovers that the "Smile Duck" orphanage – known as "White Swan" in the original manga – is facing imminent closure due to a city development plan and political conflicts. Determined to prevent this, he teams up with his students from class 2-4 to do everything they can to save the orphanage.TMDB 6.7 - 659
Brave: Gunjyou SenkiMovie · 2021 · 116mAt a prestigious high school, students like Aoi Nishino balance academics with extracurriculars. Aoi is dedicated to the school's archery club, practicing diligently but keeping to himself. His childhood friend Haruka Seno, also in the archery club, is concerned for him. Then, a lightning strike transforms their world. Suddenly, samurai appear on campus, revealing the entire school has been transported to the Sengoku period, right before the Battle of Okehazama.Stream onIMDb 5.3TMDB 6.8
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Lost in RamenMovie · 2018 · 102mA high school student contemplating suicide, a ramen shop owner shutting down his business after his wife's death, and a food researcher unexpectedly stuck in Xinjiang, China, find their lives intertwined by a single bowl of ramen.IMDb 5.3TMDB 8.0 - 661
Hello, SchoolgirlMovie · 2008 · 113m · Comedy, DramaKwon Yeon-woo, a mild-mannered 30-year-old civil servant, has repeatedly failed to find a wife through arranged dates. A move to a new apartment leads him to regularly encounter Soo-yeong, a high school girl who begins to develop feelings for him. Simultaneously, Kang Sook, a recent high school graduate starting at the district office, becomes infatuated with her older colleague, Kwon Ha-kyeong.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.9 - 662
Death NoteMovie · 2006 · 126m · Fantasy, Mystery, ThrillerLight Yagami discovers a notebook that allows him to kill anyone whose name is written in it. Believing he can build a perfect world by eliminating criminals, he begins a secret campaign of death. The world's top detective, known only as "L," is brought in to investigate the mysterious killings. A high-stakes battle of wits ensues between Light and L, with the ultimate prize being control over the fate of humanity.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 663
The Akira ProjectMovie · 2014 · 5mThis is a trailer for an unofficial, fan-produced live-action adaptation of the manga *Akira*.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 664
Karate-Robo ZaborgarMovie · 2011 · 114mA sinister criminal organization known as Sigma is kidnapping leading business figures to extract their DNA. The only one who can stop them is Karate-Robo Zaborgar.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9 - 665
The Promised NeverlandMovie · 2020 · 119m · Action, Fantasy, MysteryAt a meticulously run orphanage, children are provided with excellent care and attention. The facility itself is impressive, but surrounded by high walls. A hidden truth is revealed to some of the orphans, sparking a desperate desire to escape.IMDb 5.6TMDB 7.3 - 666
SukimasukiMovie · 2015 · 82mHeisaku, a university student, fixates on spying on his neighbor, Fumio, through gaps in her curtains. Fumio knows she's being watched and reciprocates, observing Heisaku from her own window.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.3 - 667
Kamikaze GirlsMovie · 2004 · 102m · ComedyMomoko lives a seemingly normal life, except for her passion for wearing elaborate Rococo-era lolita dresses. But her ordinary existence is disrupted when Ichiko, a punk girl with a rebellious "Yanki" style, enters the scene, signaling a significant change to come.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 668
Rookies the Movie: GraduationMovie · 2009 · 137mThe Futakotamagawa High School Baseball Club is banned from games for a year after a fight during a match. The team, made up of students known for trouble, finds a new spark of hope in their literature teacher, Kawato Koichi. He encourages them to dream of playing in Koshien, Japan's national high school baseball championship. However, Kawato and the reformed team face numerous challenges as they pursue their goal.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.4 - 669
Come On IreneMovie · 2018 · 136mIwao Shishido has married a woman named Irene. He took her on a three million yen honeymoon to the Philippines, and they return home together. However, Iwao's mother, Tsuru, who recently lost her husband, is immediately angry. She is furious that her son has married someone she doesn’t know, considering him a failure.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.7 - 670
Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!Movie · 2020 · 113mA diverse group of people unite with a shared ambition: to produce what they believe will be the ultimate anime series.IMDb 5.8TMDB 7.4 - 671
KewaishiMovie · 2002 · 113mMitsutoshi Tanaka's film, based on a manga by Shotaro Ishinomori, was selected for the 5th Shanghai International Film Festival and won the Best Screenplay award at the 14th Tokyo International Film Festival.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.0 - 672
Fist of the North StarMovie · 1995 · 103m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerIn a post-apocalyptic world, the visually stunning adaptation of FIST OF THE NORTH STAR follows Kenshiro, a superhuman warrior who may be humanity's last hope. He journeys across a ruined land searching for meaning and discovers an evil empire ruled by Lord Shin. Shin has conquered the land and kidnapped Kenshiro’s love, Yuria.
Kenshiro fights against this oppressive empire, guided by the spirit of his deceased father. Through brutal battles, he unlocks the secrets of an ancient martial art that could change everything. As he learns this power, he confronts his own destiny.
To rescue Yuria and bring order to the chaotic world, Kenshiro must find his path to self-discovery while surviving in a harsh wasteland dominated by tyranny.IMDb 3.9TMDB 4.3 - 673
Kekko Kamen NewMovie · 2003 · 70mThis school trains young boys and girls to be successful news anchors. However, something unsettling happens there. The school administration inflicts harsh, S&M-style punishments on students for minor offenses. But one student, known only as Kekko Kamen, fights for justice while concealing her identity. She is a legend, famous for defeating the evil Mangriffin at a local high school, and she's returned to confront the school's cruel and twisted forces.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.1 - 674
The Little MaestroMovie · 2013 · 108mSet in a small fishing village in Shikamachi, Ishikawa Prefecture, the film centers on a community that relies on its local amateur orchestra for entertainment. The orchestra faces a crisis when the conductor dies unexpectedly, leading the townspeople to seek help from his granddaughter, a talented high school student who also happens to be a skilled conductor.IMDb 4.5TMDB 6.3 - 675
Kazuo Umezu's Horror Theater: Snake GirlMovie · 2005 · 53mYumiko travels to a rural village to visit her cousin for the summer. She soon finds herself deeply unwelcome by the village's enigmatic residents, who repeatedly call her "Snake Girl."IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.3 - 676
KamuiMovie · 2009 · 115m · Drama, ActionIn 17th century Japan, a defiant ninja seeks shelter with a humble fisherman and his family.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.1 - 677
AliveMovie · 2003 · 119m · Action, Science Fiction, HorrorTenshu is imprisoned and sentenced to death for killing the men who raped his girlfriend. He survives his execution and is given a choice: endure another attempt on his life, or submit to strange and perilous experiments.Stream onIMDb 5.5TMDB 5.8
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Sky HighMovie · 2003 · 122m · Action, Adventure, FantasyA serial killer is targeting people who guard the gateway to the afterlife, removing their hearts and taking them. Detective Kanzaki, investigating the case on the day he's to be married to Mina, discovers she's also been murdered, her heart missing. He learns the killers are Kudo, a geneticist, and his secretary Rei. They aim to collect six hearts from these guardians to unleash demons from the Gate of Rage, promising to fulfill their every wish. The devastating consequence? Opening the gate will plunge the world into eternal darkness.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 679
Love and LiesMovie · 2017 · 110mTo boost Japan's declining birth rate, the government initiates a program that uses genetic analysis to match potential spouses. Aoi Nisaka, a high school student, finds herself caught in a love triangle with her childhood friend Yuto Shiba and Sosuke Takachiho. The government then appoints Sosuke Takachiho as her husband.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.4 - 680
My Little MonsterMovie · 2018 · 105m · Romance, Comedy, DramaHaru Yoshida, a troubled student, finds himself seated next to the reserved and diligent Shizuku Mizutani in class. Lacking other friends, they begin to connect and form a bond. Haru develops romantic feelings for Shizuku and confesses his love. The story explores whether Haru and Shizuku will find lasting happiness together.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.5 - 681
Vampire Girl vs. Frankenstein GirlMovie · 2009 · 84m · Horror, ComedyA girl is rebuilt from the remains of another vampire girl's violent attack. The two girls then clash as they both vie for the affections of the same boy.Stream onIMDb 5.7TMDB 5.5
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Tiger MaskMovie · 2013 · 87mOrphaned Naoto Date is recruited by the enigmatic Tiger's Cave, an organization that trains young men to be villainous wrestlers and takes a cut of their profits. After enduring brutal training, Naoto graduates and vows to prevent other orphans from suffering the same fate. He debuts as the masked villain Tiger Mask, using his earnings to support the orphanage where he grew up. When the orphanage faces severe financial hardship, Naoto donates his entire income – including his share to Tiger's Cave. Now branded a traitor, Tiger's Cave dispatches assassins to eliminate Tiger Mask.IMDb 4.3TMDB 8.5 - 683
Thermae Romae IIMovie · 2014 · 112m · Comedy, Fantasy, Science FictionIn ancient Rome, Lucius (Hiroshi Abe) gains fame for designing the first bathhouse. He's commissioned to build a bathhouse inside the Colosseum for gladiators' recovery, but encounters challenges. This leads him to travel to modern-day Japan via a time slip, where he reunites with Manami (Aya Ueto), now a magazine reporter specializing in bathrooms. With assistance from a Japanese tribe known for their flat faces, Lucius designs a new bathhouse. Meanwhile, Emperor Hadrian (Masachika Ichimura) seeks to maintain peace regarding the bathhouse, while the Senate aims to seize land by force. This creates conflict between Hadrian and the Senate, dividing Rome.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 684
March Comes In Like a LionMovie · 2017 · 138mRei Kiriyama is a 17-year-old professional shogi player who began his career in middle school. He lives alone in Tokyo, having lost his parents and younger sister in a traffic accident when he was young. His world changes when he meets three sisters, Akari, Hinata, and Momo Kawamoto, who become his neighbors – his first connection with people outside of shogi in years. Sharing meals with the Kawamoto family brings Rei warmth. As he pursues his shogi career, his relationships with his neighbors help him develop both as a player and as an individual.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9 - 685
Grand BlueMovie · 2020 · 107mIori wants to attend college on a secluded island. However, joining the school's wild, alcohol-heavy diving club disrupts his plans for a perfect college experience.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 686
Hana Yori Dango: FinalMovie · 2008 · 131m · Romance, Comedy, DramaIt's been four years since Tsukasa Dōmyōji proposed to Tsukushi Makino at her high school prom, and he has now announced their engagement to the world. During a family dinner celebrating the engagement, Dōmyōji’s mother, who previously disapproved of the relationship, gifts Tsukushi a tiara valued at approximately 10 billion yen. That night, the tiara is stolen! Dōmyōji and Tsukushi embark on a global quest to recover it, traveling to Las Vegas, Hong Kong, and a deserted island in search of the legendary tiara said to "bring eternal love." Meanwhile, what are the former members of "F4" doing now that they have gone their separate ways?Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 7.9
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Black Fox: Age of the NinjaMovie · 2019 · 92mSet in feudal Japan, the story follows Rikka Isurugi, raised in a secluded ninja clan. Her life changes when she encounters Miya, a girl with a mysterious ability who has become lost in the mountains. Worried for Miya's safety, Rikka seeks permission from her clan leader to avenge her father's death. She soon finds herself in danger as the Negoro group attacks...Stream onIMDb 5.1TMDB 6.9
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Eko Eko AzarakMovie · 2007 · 24mThe owner of an exclusive hotel is deeply troubled by a recurring problem: guests are repeatedly taking their own lives by hanging in the garden. A high school girl named Kuroi Misa is brought in to deal with the supernatural presence. Misa offers to banish the spirits using black magic, but her price is ten million yen. - 689
Wotakoi: Love is Hard for OtakuMovie · 2020 · 114m · Comedy, RomanceThis lively musical tells the story of two passionate fans who try to conceal their love of nerdy pursuits from their coworkers.IMDb 5.2TMDB 6.5 - 690
Doberman CopMovie · 1977 · 90mKano, a rough-around-the-edges officer from rural Okinawa, is dispatched to Tokyo to investigate the brutal murder of an Okinawan woman. His investigation leads him through a dark underworld of sex trafficking, corrupt talent agencies, and powerful organized crime, where he uncovers a disturbing truth.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4
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Freesia: Bullet Over TearsMovie · 2007 · 103mIn a near-future Japan, a revived ancient tradition called the 'Act of Vengeance' allows people to hire professional killers to execute their enemies. Those targeted are informed of the scheduled execution and can even select their own guard.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.6 - 692
Your Lie in AprilMovie · 2016 · 122m · Drama, Music, RomanceKousei Arima was a child prodigy, relentlessly trained by his mother to be a perfect pianist. After her death, he loses his ability to hear the sound of the piano. He meets Kaori Miyazono, a spirited violinist, through his childhood friend Tsubaki Sawabe. Kaori helps Kousei confront his music once more, but she is hiding something.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 693
Chihayafuru: Part IIIMovie · 2018 · 127mTwo years after the events of "Chihayafuru Part 2," Chihaya is now a graduating high school senior.IMDb 7.2TMDB 8.4 - 694
I Give My First Love to YouMovie · 2009 · 122m · Drama, RomanceTakuma is aware his life is limited, and he feels his end is approaching. He distances himself from the woman he loves, believing it will help her move on. He doesn't realize he's underestimating her strength.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.4 - 695
Love My LifeMovie · 2006 · 96mIchiko and Eri, two attractive Japanese university students who are a couple, navigate life together. Ichiko confides in her father, who reveals he is gay and her mother was a lesbian.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.4 - 696
A Girl & Her Guard DogMovie · 2025 · 106m · Drama, RomanceSenagaki Isaku begins high school this spring. As the granddaughter of the third head of the Senagaki yakuza family, she's often met with fear. She dreams of making ordinary friends and experiencing a normal romance. However, when she's accepted into a high school far from home, the young, overprotective head of the Senagaki group, Utou Keiya (26), enrolls with her by falsely claiming he's younger. Keiya insists Isaku isn't ready for love, even though she is. Secretly, Isaku has harbored feelings for him for a long time.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 4.9
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AzumiMovie · 2003 · 128m · Adventure, Drama, ActionAmidst the chaos of war-torn Japan, the Tokugawa Shogun seeks peace by ordering the elimination of rival warlords. A young woman named Azumi has been trained since childhood, along with nine other orphans, to be the perfect assassin. She is the Shogun's ultimate weapon.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9 - 698
Azumi 2: Death or LoveMovie · 2005 · 108m · ActionAssassins Azumi and Nagara are on a mission to stop a civil war. Their pursuit of Masayuki Sanada leads them into conflict with a powerful army and a dangerous clan. Along the way, they encounter Ginkaku, who bears a striking resemblance to their deceased friend Nachi.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.6 - 699
Doctor ChichibuyamaMovie · 1988 · 58mIn a remote mountain hospital, Dr. Chichibuyama, the unsettling director, abuses patients with the assistance of his lover and a young, attractive nurse. - 700
Death Note: The Last NameMovie · 2006 · 140m · Fantasy, Thriller, MysteryIn the second film, Light Yagami encounters Misa Amane, a second Kira, and her Shinigami, Rem. Light teams up with L, Teru Mikami (a Kira follower), and Kiyomi Takada (another Kira follower) to defeat L. But will Light succeed? Or will the Shinigami Ryuk determine whether Light achieves victory or faces his demise?IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1