Kikujiro
Originally released in 1999. Kikujiro is a comedy/drama film. directed by Takeshi Kitano. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Takeshi Kitano, Yusuke Sekiguchi, and Kayoko Kishimoto
Synopsis
Brash, loudmouthed and opportunistic, Kikujiro is the unlikely companion for Masao who is determined to see the mother he has never met. The two begin a series of adventures which soon turns out to be a whimsical journey of laughter and tears with a wide array of surprises and unique characters along the way.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 5, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
2h 1m
121 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (574 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Takeshi Kitano
as Kikujiro
Yusuke Sekiguchi
as Masao
Kayoko Kishimoto
as Kikujiro's Wife
Yuko Daike
as Masao's Mother
Kazuko Yoshiyuki
as Masao's Grandmother
Beat Kiyoshi
as Man at Bus Stop
The Great Gidayû
as Biker Fatso
Rakkyo Ide
as Biker Baldy
Nezumi Imamura
as An-chan
Fumie Hosokawa
as Juggler Girl
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Nippon Herald Films
- Bandai Visual
- Office Kitano
- Tokyo FM
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kikujiro about?
Brash, loudmouthed and opportunistic, Kikujiro is the unlikely companion for Masao who is determined to see the mother he has never met. The two begin a series of adventures which soon turns out to...
Who directed Kikujiro?
Kikujiro was directed by Takeshi Kitano.
How long is Kikujiro?
Kikujiro has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).
When was Kikujiro released?
Kikujiro was released on June 5, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Kikujiro?
The main cast of Kikujiro includes Takeshi Kitano, Yusuke Sekiguchi, Kayoko Kishimoto, Yuko Daike, Kazuko Yoshiyuki.
Is Kikujiro worth watching?
Kikujiro has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 574 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.