The Deer King
"Fight to survive."
Released 5 years ago in 2021. The Deer King is a animation/drama film. directed by Masayuki Miyaji.
Starring Shinichi Tsutsumi, Ryoma Takeuchi, and Anne Watanabe
Synopsis
Following a brutal war, former soldier Van toils in a mine controlled by the ruling empire. One day, his solitary existence is upended when a pack of wild dogs carrying a deadly and incurable disease attack, leaving only Van and a young girl named Yuna as survivors. Finally free, the pair seek out a simple existence in the countryside but are pursued by nefarious forces. Intent on protecting Yuna at all costs, Van must uncover the true cause of the plague ravaging the kingdom—and its possible cure.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 28, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (85 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Shinichi Tsutsumi
as Van (voice)
Ryoma Takeuchi
as Hohsalle (voice)
Anne Watanabe
as Sae (voice)
Hisui Kimura
as Yuna (voice)
Atsushi Abe
as Yotaru (voice)
Yoshito Yasuhara
as Tourim (voice)
Toru Sakurai
as Makokan (voice)
Shinshu Fuji
as Orphan (voice)
Tomomichi Nishimura
as Kenoi (voice)
Tessyo Genda
as King Akafa (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Production I.G
- KADOKAWA
- Nippon Television Network Corporation
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Deer King about?
Following a brutal war, former soldier Van toils in a mine controlled by the ruling empire. One day, his solitary existence is upended when a pack of wild dogs carrying a deadly and incurable disea...
Who directed The Deer King?
The Deer King was directed by Masayuki Miyaji.
How long is The Deer King?
The Deer King has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was The Deer King released?
The Deer King was released on October 28, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Deer King?
The main cast of The Deer King includes Shinichi Tsutsumi, Ryoma Takeuchi, Anne Watanabe, Hisui Kimura, Atsushi Abe.