Originally airing from 1996-1998 in Japan, the beloved anime follows the skilled swordsman as he wanders Japan during the Meiji era, seeking forgiveness for his past of death and destruction. This blog covers all the “Rurouni Kenshin” movies in order of release for your reading enjoyment.
The Rurouni Kenshin franchise, a fascinating and enduring phenomenon since the late 1990s, continues to capture the hearts of anime enthusiasts worldwide. This enthralling series follows the adventures of Kenshin Himura, a former assassin on a quest for redemption as he traverses the length and breadth of Japan.
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Over the years, the Rurouni Kenshin saga has been adapted into numerous movies, each chronicling different stages of Kenshin’s journey. If you’re looking to delve into this legendary anime franchise and immerse yourself in the gripping tale of Kenshin Himura, then you’ve come to the right place.
The Rurouni Kenshin franchise, a fascinating and enduring phenomenon since the late 1990s, continues to capture the hearts of anime enthusiasts worldwide. This enthralling series follows the adventures of Kenshin Himura, a former assassin on a quest for redemption as he traverses the length and breadth of Japan.
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Over the years, the Rurouni Kenshin saga has been adapted into numerous movies, each chronicling different stages of Kenshin’s journey. If you’re looking to delve into this legendary anime franchise and immerse yourself in the gripping tale of Kenshin Himura, then you’ve come to the right place.
- 5/27/2023
- by Israr Ahmed
- buddytv.com
The third film in the Conjuring series stands at $57.9m globally.
Worldwide Box Office June 4-6 2021 RankFilm (Distributor)3-day (World) Cume (World)3-day (Int’l)Cume (Int’l) Territories 1 The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (WB) $50.8m $57.1m $26.7m $33.1m 45 2 A Quiet Place Part II (Paramount) $33.7m $138.6m $19.2m $50m 17 3 Cruella (Disney) $29.8m $87m $18.6m $43.4m 37 4 Fast & Furious 9 (Universal) $13.3m $255.9m $13.3m $255.9m 8 5 Stand By Me Doraemon 2 (Various) $7.7m $67.7m $7.7m $67.7m 3
Credit: Comscore, all figures estimates
‘The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It’ scores $51m weekend worldwide
Updated: New Line/Warner Bros’ The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It...
Worldwide Box Office June 4-6 2021 RankFilm (Distributor)3-day (World) Cume (World)3-day (Int’l)Cume (Int’l) Territories 1 The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (WB) $50.8m $57.1m $26.7m $33.1m 45 2 A Quiet Place Part II (Paramount) $33.7m $138.6m $19.2m $50m 17 3 Cruella (Disney) $29.8m $87m $18.6m $43.4m 37 4 Fast & Furious 9 (Universal) $13.3m $255.9m $13.3m $255.9m 8 5 Stand By Me Doraemon 2 (Various) $7.7m $67.7m $7.7m $67.7m 3
Credit: Comscore, all figures estimates
‘The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It’ scores $51m weekend worldwide
Updated: New Line/Warner Bros’ The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It...
- 6/7/2021
- by Charles Gant
- ScreenDaily
The third film in the Conjuring series made an estimated $50.8m globally.
Worldwide Box Office June 4-6 2021 RankFilm (Distributor)3-day (World) Cume (World)3-day (Int’l)Cume (Int’l) Territories 1 The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (WB) $50.8m $57.1m $26.7m $33.1m 45 2 A Quiet Place Part II (Paramount) $33.7m $138.6m $19.2m $50m 17 3 Cruella (Disney) $29.8m $87m $18.6m $43.4m 37 4 Fast & Furious 9 (Universal) $13.3m $255.9m $13.3m $255.9m 8 5 Stand By Me Doraemon 2 (Various) $7.7m $67.7m $7.7m $67.7m 3
Credit: Comscore, all figures estimates
‘The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It’ scores $51m weekend worldwide
New Line/Warner Bros’ The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It...
Worldwide Box Office June 4-6 2021 RankFilm (Distributor)3-day (World) Cume (World)3-day (Int’l)Cume (Int’l) Territories 1 The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (WB) $50.8m $57.1m $26.7m $33.1m 45 2 A Quiet Place Part II (Paramount) $33.7m $138.6m $19.2m $50m 17 3 Cruella (Disney) $29.8m $87m $18.6m $43.4m 37 4 Fast & Furious 9 (Universal) $13.3m $255.9m $13.3m $255.9m 8 5 Stand By Me Doraemon 2 (Various) $7.7m $67.7m $7.7m $67.7m 3
Credit: Comscore, all figures estimates
‘The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It’ scores $51m weekend worldwide
New Line/Warner Bros’ The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It...
- 6/7/2021
- by Charles Gant
- ScreenDaily
Australia has been a global box office bright spot in recent months.
‘Mortal Kombat’ boosted by Australia opening
Updated: A $3.2m opening in Australia – including previews – helped New Line/Warner Bros’ Mortal Kombat achieve a confirmed $6.5m in international market for its third weekend of play, a rise of 9%.
The videogame spinoff also made its debut in North America, topping the box office with an estimated $22.5m. International total is $27.8m, and globally it’s $51.1m.
Australia, which has suffered fewer than 1,000 Covid deaths so far, has been a global box office bright spot in recent months, which have coincided...
‘Mortal Kombat’ boosted by Australia opening
Updated: A $3.2m opening in Australia – including previews – helped New Line/Warner Bros’ Mortal Kombat achieve a confirmed $6.5m in international market for its third weekend of play, a rise of 9%.
The videogame spinoff also made its debut in North America, topping the box office with an estimated $22.5m. International total is $27.8m, and globally it’s $51.1m.
Australia, which has suffered fewer than 1,000 Covid deaths so far, has been a global box office bright spot in recent months, which have coincided...
- 4/26/2021
- by Charles Gant
- ScreenDaily
Australia has been a global box office bright spot in recent months.
‘Mortal Kombat’ boosted by Australia opening
A $3.2m opening in Australia – including previews – helped New Line/Warner Bros’ Mortal Kombat achieve an estimated $6.3m in international market for its third weekend of play, a rise of 9%.
The videogame spinoff also made its debut in North America, topping the box office with an estimated $22.5m. International total is an estimated $27.6m, and globally it’s $50.1m.
Australia, which has suffered fewer than 1,000 Covid deaths so far, has been a global box office bright spot in recent months, which have...
‘Mortal Kombat’ boosted by Australia opening
A $3.2m opening in Australia – including previews – helped New Line/Warner Bros’ Mortal Kombat achieve an estimated $6.3m in international market for its third weekend of play, a rise of 9%.
The videogame spinoff also made its debut in North America, topping the box office with an estimated $22.5m. International total is an estimated $27.6m, and globally it’s $50.1m.
Australia, which has suffered fewer than 1,000 Covid deaths so far, has been a global box office bright spot in recent months, which have...
- 4/26/2021
- by Charles Gant
- ScreenDaily
"I've never seen him look so tormented before." Warner Bros Japan has released an official trailer for the epic new back-to-back series of movies titled Rurouni Kenshin: The Final and Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning. These are part of an ongoing series of Japanese period action-adventure films based on the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Nobuhiro Watsuki. The first one, Rurouni Kenshin: Origins, originally debuted in 2012. These next two are back-to-back sequels, technically the fourth and fifth films in the series, opening in theaters in Japan within months of each other later in the spring. Takeru Satoh returns as Himura Kenshin, joined by Emi Takei, Mackenyu, Munetaka Aoki, Yū Aoi, Yusuke Iseya, and Riku Ōnishi. This looks completely like a live-action anime set in the old times, with stylized action and endless characters with grudges and much more. Might be a kick ass double feature! Check it out.
- 3/11/2021
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Based on the homonymous and extremely popular samurai-themed manga (by Nobuhiro Watsuki) and anime, this live-action trilogy is the one that actually instigated the phenomenon of elaborate adaptations, particularly because it was one of the first (and one of the most successful) to make evident that in order for these kind of movies to actually work, a large budget is a necessity.
In case you do not know the story (shame on you btw), the trilogy revolves around the adventures of Himura Kenshin, a ronin who has abolished his past as an assassin (under the name of Hitokiri Battosai) of the shogunate, after the Imperialist forces won the battle of Toba-Fushimi. As the first film begins, ten years have passed and Kenshin now wanders around carrying a katana with a reverse blade, essentially deeming it useless as a murder weapon, since he has vowed not to kill again.
In case you do not know the story (shame on you btw), the trilogy revolves around the adventures of Himura Kenshin, a ronin who has abolished his past as an assassin (under the name of Hitokiri Battosai) of the shogunate, after the Imperialist forces won the battle of Toba-Fushimi. As the first film begins, ten years have passed and Kenshin now wanders around carrying a katana with a reverse blade, essentially deeming it useless as a murder weapon, since he has vowed not to kill again.
- 12/27/2019
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
Great news UK readers and fans of Rurouni Kenshin! The final chapter of the live-action version of Nobuhiro Watsuki’s best-selling manga will finally hit the cinemas of the UK.
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends, directed by Keishi Ohtomo, will be released on 17th April. The movie features Tekeru Satoh, Emi Takei, Munetaka Aoki, Kaito Oyagi, Tatsuya Fujiwara, among other actors. With a running time of more than two hours and some of the most incredible jaw dropping sword fight scenes this film will for sure please hardcore fans and noobies.
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends
Director: Keishi Ohtomo
Screenwriter: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga), Kiyomi Fuji, Keishi Ohtomo
Cast: Tatsuya Fijiwara, Tekeru Sato, Emi Takei, Masaharu Fukuyama, Min Tanaka
Photography: Takuro Ishizaka
Production: Japan | 2014
Original Title: Ruroni Kenshin: Densetsu no saigo-hen
Genre: Action | Adventure | Drama
Duration: 134 minutes
Release: 17th April, 2015 (UK)
The final battle is near. Shishio now armed...
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends, directed by Keishi Ohtomo, will be released on 17th April. The movie features Tekeru Satoh, Emi Takei, Munetaka Aoki, Kaito Oyagi, Tatsuya Fujiwara, among other actors. With a running time of more than two hours and some of the most incredible jaw dropping sword fight scenes this film will for sure please hardcore fans and noobies.
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends
Director: Keishi Ohtomo
Screenwriter: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga), Kiyomi Fuji, Keishi Ohtomo
Cast: Tatsuya Fijiwara, Tekeru Sato, Emi Takei, Masaharu Fukuyama, Min Tanaka
Photography: Takuro Ishizaka
Production: Japan | 2014
Original Title: Ruroni Kenshin: Densetsu no saigo-hen
Genre: Action | Adventure | Drama
Duration: 134 minutes
Release: 17th April, 2015 (UK)
The final battle is near. Shishio now armed...
- 3/1/2015
- by Sebastian Nadilo
- AsianMoviePulse
Warner Bros UK should be commended for bringing the sword swinging action in the Rurouni Kenshin live action films to cinemas in the island nation. They have faithfully brought the first two fims and the trilogy will be complete when Rurouni Kenshin 3: The Legend Ends hits cinemas on March 6th. We have the brand new poster artwork to share with you below. And we have included the trailer as well to remind you of the excellent swordplay on display. All good things must come to an end and in Keishi Ohtomo's live-action final chapter of Nobuhiro Watsuki's best-selling manga, fans will be awestruck by some of the most amazing sword-fighting action scenes ever seen on film!Following on from the Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Inferno cliff-hanger; in this...
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- 2/16/2015
- Screen Anarchy
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 8/2/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 7/19/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Check out five minutes of footage from the upcoming live-action Rurouni Kenshin squels, Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Inferno and Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends. Kick back and watch the Battousai do his thing! Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable...
- 7/11/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 5/8/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Check out the latest new poster from the first of two live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels dropping later this Summer in Japan. If you were a fan of the first live-action film, you'll definitely want to check these out. The tagline reads: "Farewell, Kenshin". Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta,...
- 4/26/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
The first installment in the two-part adaptation of Kyoto Arc from Nobuhiro Watsuki Rurouni Kenshin manga looks quite epic. There's a host of new characters - allies and foe alike, that fans have been very anxious to see. And from the looks of things, director Keishi Ōtomo will not disappoint. The first film, Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc, will be released August 1st. Part 2, Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc, will follow a month later on September 13th. Keep your fingers crossed for a limited theatrical release here in the Us. Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto...
- 3/20/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 3/10/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Rurôuni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc will be released in Japanese theaters in August and Rurôuni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc will follow a month later, in September. Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina,...
- 2/10/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 2/7/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 1/20/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Principal photography on the shoot, which covered two films, strong>Rurouni Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire and Rurouni Kenshin: The End of a Legend ended December 27th. The first sequel will be released in Japan on August 1 while the latter currently holds a September 13 release date. No word yet on plans for North American distribution. Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara,...
- 1/11/2014
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 12/29/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Warner Bros. has also launched an official site for the sequels at http://wwws.warnerbros.co.jp/rurouni-kenshin/. Check it out, it's pretty cool. Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo,...
- 12/23/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 12/20/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire Arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Takeru Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 12/17/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Next summer's live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels, "Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire Arc" and "Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend arc" will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original manga...
- 12/13/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel The two sequels will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original manga began in 1994 and recently concluded its non-concurrent run this past June in Jump Square.
- 12/5/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Sōjirō Seta aka Sōjirō the Tenken is the right-hand man of one of Kenshin's greatest rivals, Makoto Shishio (Tatsuya Fujiwara). Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel The two sequels will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō. Watsuki's original...
- 11/29/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Takeru Satoh has taken to his personal blog to update fans on the status of the filming of Rurôni Kenshin: The Great Kyôto Fire Arc and Rurôni Kenshin: The End of a Legend Arc; both films will be released next summer. Satoh stated that filming is halfway complete and that he's excited for fans to see the finished product. He also posted a couple of behind the scenes photos of himself in costume. Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Production Update 2 New Stills From Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Tao Tsuchiya Cast As Misao Makimachi In Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel The two sequels will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani,...
- 11/10/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
As if you hadn’t already noticed, we are going through a boom of films made from comic books or graphic novels. On the whole, they’re quite a popular choice for cinema goers and to that we say “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Next up is Rurouni Kenshin, which is based on the popular manga of the same name by Nobuhiro Watsuki; and tells the story of ex-assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satô) who has made a vow never to kill again. Now a wandering samurai, Kenshin protects those in need in hope of reparation. Finding a home at a failing dojo, he becomes entangled in a string of murders related to a drug ring. His vow is put to the test when those he’s come to care about are threatened by his troubled and violent past…
With Rurouni Kenshin hitting the big screen on October 4th,...
With Rurouni Kenshin hitting the big screen on October 4th,...
- 9/30/2013
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Rurouni Kenshin has debuted an exclusive new trailer on Digital Spy.
Takeru Satô stars as Himura Kenshin in the tale of a former assassin who is trying to build himself a life free from killing.
Set in 19th century Japan following the end of the era of warring shoguns, Rurouni Kenshin centres around the struggle of former warriors to find a place in the new world order.
As a vicious killer posing under his name stalks the street, Kenshin is drawn into the plot of a powerful and ruthless drug baron.
The movie is based on Nobuhiro Watsuki's acclaimed manga of the same name.
It became a surprise hit in Japan when it was released last summer.
Rurouni Kenshin will arrive in UK cinemas on October 4.
Takeru Satô stars as Himura Kenshin in the tale of a former assassin who is trying to build himself a life free from killing.
Set in 19th century Japan following the end of the era of warring shoguns, Rurouni Kenshin centres around the struggle of former warriors to find a place in the new world order.
As a vicious killer posing under his name stalks the street, Kenshin is drawn into the plot of a powerful and ruthless drug baron.
The movie is based on Nobuhiro Watsuki's acclaimed manga of the same name.
It became a surprise hit in Japan when it was released last summer.
Rurouni Kenshin will arrive in UK cinemas on October 4.
- 9/30/2013
- Digital Spy
Review Ryan Lambie 30 Sep 2013 - 06:07
A successful balance of swords and romance, Japanese samurai epic Rurouni Kenshin is well worth your time, Ryan writes...
Japanese cinema has a grand tradition of samurai movies, from Akira Kurosawa’s lauded classics like Rashomon to more recent entries like Takashi Miike’s 13 Assassins. Rurouni Kenshin is a little different, however, in that it’s an action romance clearly aimed at a slightly younger audience. First published in 1994, Nobuhiro Watsuki’s original Manga was a hit among both male and female readers, resulting in successful anime adaptations, videogames, and now a live-action movie. Director Keishi Otomo adapts the story with flair, offering up a lavish period piece that’s as full of swooning romantic drama as it is katana-swinging violence.
A beautifully-staged opening battle in the mountains of Kyoto sets the scene: it’s 1868, and the forces of the Meiji government have defeated the military shogunate,...
A successful balance of swords and romance, Japanese samurai epic Rurouni Kenshin is well worth your time, Ryan writes...
Japanese cinema has a grand tradition of samurai movies, from Akira Kurosawa’s lauded classics like Rashomon to more recent entries like Takashi Miike’s 13 Assassins. Rurouni Kenshin is a little different, however, in that it’s an action romance clearly aimed at a slightly younger audience. First published in 1994, Nobuhiro Watsuki’s original Manga was a hit among both male and female readers, resulting in successful anime adaptations, videogames, and now a live-action movie. Director Keishi Otomo adapts the story with flair, offering up a lavish period piece that’s as full of swooning romantic drama as it is katana-swinging violence.
A beautifully-staged opening battle in the mountains of Kyoto sets the scene: it’s 1868, and the forces of the Meiji government have defeated the military shogunate,...
- 9/27/2013
- by ryanlambie
- Den of Geek
Rurouni Kenshin has released a poster.
The artwork for the Japanese film shows star Takeru Satô swinging into action.
The actor plays Kenshin Himura, a former assassin who has sworn never to kill again.
Making his new home in a rundown dojo, he finds himself drawn into a string of murders perpetrated by a corrupt drug ring.
The movie is based on Nobuhiro Watsuki's acclaimed manga of the same name.
Rurouni Kenshin will be released on October 4 in the UK. Watch a trailer for the film below:...
The artwork for the Japanese film shows star Takeru Satô swinging into action.
The actor plays Kenshin Himura, a former assassin who has sworn never to kill again.
Making his new home in a rundown dojo, he finds himself drawn into a string of murders perpetrated by a corrupt drug ring.
The movie is based on Nobuhiro Watsuki's acclaimed manga of the same name.
Rurouni Kenshin will be released on October 4 in the UK. Watch a trailer for the film below:...
- 9/13/2013
- Digital Spy
Keishi Ōtomo’s live-action adaptation of Nobuhiro Watsuki’s Rurouni Kenshin hit cinemas in Japan last summer, and is now finally about to arrive on our screens here in the UK.
Takeru Satō (Kamen Rider Den-o) stars as the eponymous lead, Himura Kenshin, with Emi Takei (Ai to Makoto) starring opposite as Kamiya Kaoru. The film has already racked up north of $60m. around the world, so things are definitely looking good ahead of its release here next month. And with just a few weeks left before it hits our shores, the new UK quad poster has been released, with Satō front and centre.
Ex-assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satō) has made a vow never to kill again. Now a wandering samurai, Kenshin protects those in hope of reparation. Finding a home at a failing dojo run by Miss Kaoru (Emi Takei), he becomes entangled in a string of murders related...
Takeru Satō (Kamen Rider Den-o) stars as the eponymous lead, Himura Kenshin, with Emi Takei (Ai to Makoto) starring opposite as Kamiya Kaoru. The film has already racked up north of $60m. around the world, so things are definitely looking good ahead of its release here next month. And with just a few weeks left before it hits our shores, the new UK quad poster has been released, with Satō front and centre.
Ex-assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satō) has made a vow never to kill again. Now a wandering samurai, Kenshin protects those in hope of reparation. Finding a home at a failing dojo run by Miss Kaoru (Emi Takei), he becomes entangled in a string of murders related...
- 9/13/2013
- by Kenji Lloyd
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Directed by Keishi Ohtomo, Rurouni Kenshin is a live-action adaptation of the well-regarded manga written by Nobuhiro Watsuki and stars Takeru Satô as the titular character alongside Emi Takei, Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa, Yôsuke Eguchi, Munetaka Aoki and Kôji Kikkawa.
Ex-assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satô) has made a vow never to kill again. Now a wandering samurai, Kenshin protects those in hope of reparation. Finding a home at a failing dojo run by Miss Kaoru (Emi Takei), he becomes entangled in a string of murders related to a drug ring run by the ruthless Kanryuu (Teruyuki Kagawa).
Rurouni Kenshin follows the story of a man avoiding violence – but will his vow be put to the test when those he loves are threatened by his troubled past?
Rurouni Kenshin is released in UK cinemas on October 4th.
Ex-assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satô) has made a vow never to kill again. Now a wandering samurai, Kenshin protects those in hope of reparation. Finding a home at a failing dojo run by Miss Kaoru (Emi Takei), he becomes entangled in a string of murders related to a drug ring run by the ruthless Kanryuu (Teruyuki Kagawa).
Rurouni Kenshin follows the story of a man avoiding violence – but will his vow be put to the test when those he loves are threatened by his troubled past?
Rurouni Kenshin is released in UK cinemas on October 4th.
- 9/12/2013
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Two new stills from the live-action Rurouni Kenshin sequels have been revealed through Kenshin Himura actor Takeru Satohv's official blog. Not one but Two sequels are set for release next summer titled, "Rurouni Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire" and "Rurouni Kenshin: The End of a Legend". The two sequels will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. Satoh plays Kenshin Himura, Emi Takei returns as Kaoru Kamiya, Yusuke Iseya plays Aoshi Shinomori, Munetaka Aoki plays Sanosuke Sagara, Yuu Aoi co-stars as Megumi Takani, Ryunosuke Kamiki plays Sōjirō Seta, Yosuke Eguchi plays Hajime Saitō, Tatsuya Fujiwara plays Makoto Shishio, the venerable min Tanaka plays Nenji Kashiwazaki/Okina, Kazufumi Miyazawa plays Toshimichi Ōkubo, Yukiyoshi Ozawa plays Hirobumi Itō, Kaito Ōyagi plays Yahiko Myōjin, Maryjun Takahashi plays Yumi Komagata and Ryosuke Miura plays Chō Sawagejō.
- 9/6/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Relative newcomer Tao Tsuchiya has been cast as Misao Makimachi in the two live-action sequels to Rurouni Kenshin. The two sequel films will deal with the Oniwabanshū and covers the Kyoto Arc of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. Tsuchiya is reportedly performing her own stunts in the film. She previously worked with the film's director, Keishi Ōtomo, on the historical action television series Ryōmaden. Previously, it was announced that Tatsuya Fujiwara (Light Yagami in Death Note) would portray Kenshin's chief rival, Shishio Makoto. Ryunosuke Kamiki (Big Man Japan, Summer Wars) will play Sōjirō Seta and Yusuke Iseya (Casshern, 13 Assassins) will play Aoshi Shinomori. The two sequel films will be released in Japanes theaters next summer. Related Content: 'Death Note' Actor Tatsuya Fujiwara Cast In 'Rurouni Kenshin' Sequel Films First Still From Live-Action 'Rurouni Kenshin' Sequel The Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Sequel Adds 6...
- 9/1/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Following the news that "Death Note" actor Tatsuya Fujiwara had joined the cast of the "Rurouni Kenshin" sequel as Shishio Makoto comes our first look at returning hero Himura Kenshin as played by Takeru Satoh via the star's official website. Next summer will see not one but two sequel films, "Rurouni Kenshin - The Kyoto Fire" and "Rurouni Kenshin - The Legend's Conclusion." The two sequels will look to adapt the "Kyoto Arc" of the original manga from Nobuhiro Watsuki. On his site, Fujiwara writes, "that the sequels will have twice as much as action as the first film." He adds that the cast and crew are working twice as hard this time around. Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin: Movie Review Awesome Second Trailer For Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Surprisingly Awesome First Trailer For Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin...
- 7/22/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
On the heels of our previous announcement that last summer's live-action "Rurouni Kenshin" film would be receiving two sequel films current set for release next summer comes fresh details about the film's villain. Actor Tatsuya Fujiwara, who portrayed Light Yagami in "Death Note" and Shuya Nanahara in "Battle Royale" will co-star as the insanely ferocious assassin Shishio Makoto in the sequel. The title of the two sequel films was also revealed, with the first sequel translating to "Rurouni Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire Arc" and "Rurouni Kenshin: The End of a Legend Arc." Keishi Ōtomo returns to direct both feature films for Studio Swan. The film will tell the story of the fabled "Kyoto Arc" of the original Nobuhiro Watsuki's original manga. The remaining supporting cast from the first film are expected to return as well. Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin: Movie Review Awesome Second Trailer For Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin...
- 7/2/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Thursday's edition of the "Jump Square" magazine has leaked online early. Within its pages is an announcement that two additional live-action "Rurouni Kenshin" films have been officially given the green light with the first set to premiere next summer. Both films will cover the Kyoto arc of Nobuhiro Watsuki's original manga, which sees Kenshin placed in circumstances that lead to a direct confrontation with the skilled swordsman who replaced him as the top assassin in the Ishin Shishi. Lead actor Takeru Satoh will return as Kenshin. No further details on any other returning cast members at the moment. The first film performed higher than expected, earning ~$70 million dollars on a very modest budget. Below, you can view a trailer from the first film that highlights the films fantastic fight choreography and swordplay. Related Content: Rurouni Kenshin: Movie Review Awesome Second Trailer For Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Surprisingly...
- 6/29/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
English subtitled trailer for the live-action adaptation of Nobuhiro Watsuki’s Rurouni Kenshin (aka Samurai X) Manga starring Takeru Satoh. I’m glad to see the Japanese studios are sometimes thinking of the international fanbase by releasing subtitled trailers on their own. Rurouni Kenshin opens August 25th in Japan.
Synopsis (Manga):
During the violent era known as the Bakumatsu, there was an Ishin assassin known only as the Hitokiri Battousai, whose skill and brutality became near legendary in the age of Restoration he helped to build. However, as the time of fighting drew to a close, he vanished without a trace, only to resurface eleven years later as a wandering swordsman, Himura Kenshin. Now staying at a kenjutsu dojo maintained by a fiery-tempered woman named Kamiya Kaoru, and surrounded by newfound friends like the streetfighter Sagara Sanosuke, ex-samurai’s son Myoujin Yahiko, and the shrewd doctor Takani Megumi, he...
Synopsis (Manga):
During the violent era known as the Bakumatsu, there was an Ishin assassin known only as the Hitokiri Battousai, whose skill and brutality became near legendary in the age of Restoration he helped to build. However, as the time of fighting drew to a close, he vanished without a trace, only to resurface eleven years later as a wandering swordsman, Himura Kenshin. Now staying at a kenjutsu dojo maintained by a fiery-tempered woman named Kamiya Kaoru, and surrounded by newfound friends like the streetfighter Sagara Sanosuke, ex-samurai’s son Myoujin Yahiko, and the shrewd doctor Takani Megumi, he...
- 8/6/2012
- by Ulrik
- Affenheimtheater
Official Synopsis: Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and courage will make this one-time mercenary a loved and respected vigilante. Click here to see Movie Poster #1. Click here to see Movie Poster #2. Click here to see Trailer #1. Click here to see Trailer #2. Running Time: Unknown Release Date: August 25, 2012 (Japan) MPAA Rating: Unknown Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato Directed by: Keishi Ōtomo Written by: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga, Kiyomi Fujii (screenplay)and Keishi Ohtomo (screenplay...
- 7/16/2012
- ComicBookMovie.com
You can watch an HD version by watching Here. Official Synopsis: Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and courage will make this one-time mercenary a loved and respected vigilante. Click here to see Movie Poster #1. Click here to see Movie Poster #2. Click here to see Trailer #1. Click here to see Trailer #2. Running Time: Unknown Release Date: August 25, 2012 (Japan) MPAA Rating: Unknown Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato Directed by: Keishi Ōtomo Written by: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga,...
- 6/28/2012
- ComicBookMovie.com
The official website for Keishi Otomo’s upcoming live-action movie adaptation of Rurouni Kenshin has been updated with a YouTube embed of its new 2-minute trailer.
Based on a manga by Nobuhiro Watsuki, the movie stars Takeru Satoh as Himura Kenshin, a once-feared swordsman who was formerly known as “Battōsai” before becoming a wanderer and taking an oath not to kill anymore. During his travels, he helps Kaoru (Emi Takei)—an instructor at a kendo school called Kamiya Kasshin-ryu—and she invites him to stay at her dojo. Meanwhile, someone else using the name “Battōsai” has been committing murders throughout the city.
“Rurouni Kenshin” will be released by Warner Bros. in Japan on August 25, 2012.
Based on a manga by Nobuhiro Watsuki, the movie stars Takeru Satoh as Himura Kenshin, a once-feared swordsman who was formerly known as “Battōsai” before becoming a wanderer and taking an oath not to kill anymore. During his travels, he helps Kaoru (Emi Takei)—an instructor at a kendo school called Kamiya Kasshin-ryu—and she invites him to stay at her dojo. Meanwhile, someone else using the name “Battōsai” has been committing murders throughout the city.
“Rurouni Kenshin” will be released by Warner Bros. in Japan on August 25, 2012.
- 6/28/2012
- Nippon Cinema
[Update: Added English-subtitled version of the trailer.]Keishi Otomo's much anticipated live action adaptation of Nobuhiro Watsuki's samurai manga Rurouni Kenshin (Samurai X) will be opening on Japanese screens on August 25. The teaser that was previously released looked solid, and the exclusive new trailer that premiered on the Japanese Morning TV program Zip! was good. And now, the trailer is available in HD, and it looks even better! Takeru Satoh (Kamen Rider Den-o, Beck) will star as Himura Kenshin, and Emi Takei will take on the role of the heroine Kaoru Kamiya. Supporting cast include Yu Aoi (Hula Girls, About Her Brother), Munetaka Aoki (The Girl Who Leapt Through Time) and Taketo Tanaka. ...
- 3/13/2012
- Screen Anarchy
One of my personal favourite manga/anime
The original manga told the story of a wanderer ‘Kenshin’ who wanders Japan offering protection and aid to those in need as atonement for the murders he once committed as an assassin.
The film is being produced and distributed by Warner Bros.
Official Synopsis: Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and courage will make this one-time mercenary a loved and respected vigilante.
Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato...
The original manga told the story of a wanderer ‘Kenshin’ who wanders Japan offering protection and aid to those in need as atonement for the murders he once committed as an assassin.
The film is being produced and distributed by Warner Bros.
Official Synopsis: Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and courage will make this one-time mercenary a loved and respected vigilante.
Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato...
- 3/13/2012
- by Tiger33
- AsianMoviePulse
A new teaser has been released for Keishi Otomo’s upcoming live-action adaptation of Rurouni Kenshin. This is the same teaser that aired on the Ntv morning show Zip! last week, minus the overlay and reaction shots. The first teaser was released back in December.
Based on a manga by Nobuhiro Watsuki, the movie stars Takeru Sato as Kenshin Himura, a once-feared swordsman who was formerly known as “Battosai” before becoming a wanderer and taking an oath not to kill anymore. During his travels, he helps Kaoru (Emi Takei)—an instructor at a kendo school called Kamiya Kasshin-ryu—and she invites him to stay at her dojo. Meanwhile, someone else using the name “Battosai” has been committing murders throughout the city.
“Rurouni Kenshin” will be released by Warner Bros. in Japan on August 25, 2012.
via Cinema Today
Update: The movie’s official YouTube channel now has versions of the video subtitled in English,...
Based on a manga by Nobuhiro Watsuki, the movie stars Takeru Sato as Kenshin Himura, a once-feared swordsman who was formerly known as “Battosai” before becoming a wanderer and taking an oath not to kill anymore. During his travels, he helps Kaoru (Emi Takei)—an instructor at a kendo school called Kamiya Kasshin-ryu—and she invites him to stay at her dojo. Meanwhile, someone else using the name “Battosai” has been committing murders throughout the city.
“Rurouni Kenshin” will be released by Warner Bros. in Japan on August 25, 2012.
via Cinema Today
Update: The movie’s official YouTube channel now has versions of the video subtitled in English,...
- 3/13/2012
- Nippon Cinema
Keishi Otomo's much anticipated live action adaptation of Nobuhiro Watsuki's samurai manga Rurouni Kenshin (Samurai X) will be opening on Japanese screens on August 25. The teaser that was previously released looked solid, and the Japanese Morning TV program Zip! has just screened an exclusive new trailer. Takeru Satoh (Kamen Rider Den-o, Beck) will star as Himura Kenshin, and Emi Takei will take on the role of the heroine Kaoru Kamiya. Supporting cast include Yu Aoi (Hula Girls, About Her Brother), Munetaka Aoki (The Girl Who Leapt Through Time) and Taketo Tanaka. The new trailer looks pretty awesome. Check it out below - trailer begins at 0:45. Related LINKTrailer via Annvideo...
- 3/7/2012
- Screen Anarchy
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Nobuhiro Watsuki. The fictional setting takes place during the early Meiji period in Japan. The story is about a fictional assassin named Himura Kenshin, from the Bakumatsu who becomes a wanderer to protect the people of Japan. Produced by Warner Bros., with actual film production done by Studio Swan, the Japanese film is directed by Keishi Ōtomo and stars Takeru Satoh as Kenshin and Emi Takei as Kaoru. The film is scheduled for a August 25, 2012 release in Japan, though the filmmakers hope to follow with Us and more international theater showings soon after.
- 1/7/2012
- by Pietro Filipponi
- The Daily BLAM!
Source: Japanator After that awesome trailer that emerged for Rurouni Kenshin, buzz for the anime adaption really picked up and I promised you guys I would start following the production of the movie a little more closely. Here are some new stills that do nothing to dissuade the notion created from that initial trailer that Rurouni Kenshin will stop nothing short of epic. That's Battousai the Manslayer vs. Jinei Udo for those of you unfamiliar with the anime/manga. Running Time: Unknown Release Date: August 25, 2012 (Japan) MPAA Rating: Unknown Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato Directed by: Keishi Ōtomo Written by: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga, Kiyomi Fujii (screenplay)and Keishi Ohtomo (screenplay ) Produced by: Warner Bros., with actual film production done by Studio Swan Follow @MarkJulianCBM !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.
- 1/7/2012
- ComicBookMovie.com
Here's a great looking teaser trailer for the live-action big screen adaptation of the anime Rurouni Kenshin. I wasn't really sure how this series would translate for the big screen, but it actually looks like it could end up being an awesome film. I'm surprised by how good the movie looks. There's no doubt this movie will contain a decent amount of badass fight action sequences.
Here's the synopsis:
Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and...
Here's the synopsis:
Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and...
- 12/20/2011
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
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