The Great Yokai War movie poster

The Great Yokai War

August 6, 2005 2h 4m 6.3/10 (75 votes)

Originally released in 2005. The Great Yokai War is a comedy/fantasy film. directed by Takashi Miike. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Ryunosuke Kamiki, Hiroyuki Miyasako, and Kaho Minami

Synopsis

A young boy with a troubled home life becomes "chosen," and he stumbles into the middle of a great war of yōkai (a class of mythological creatures), where he meets a group of friendly yōkai who become his companions through his journey. Now he must fight to protect his friends and free the world of the yōkai from oppression.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 6, 2005 20 years ago
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Runtime 2h 4m 124 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (75 votes)
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Budget $12.1M Production budget
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Box Office $15.8M 1.3x return
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA
Budget
$12,148,397
Revenue
$15,787,492

Production Companies

  • KADOKAWA
  • Japan Film Fund
  • Nippon Television Network Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great Yokai War about?

A young boy with a troubled home life becomes "chosen," and he stumbles into the middle of a great war of yōkai (a class of mythological creatures), where he meets a group of friendly yōkai who b...

Who directed The Great Yokai War?

The Great Yokai War was directed by Takashi Miike.

How long is The Great Yokai War?

The Great Yokai War has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).

When was The Great Yokai War released?

The Great Yokai War was released on August 6, 2005 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Great Yokai War?

The main cast of The Great Yokai War includes Ryunosuke Kamiki, Hiroyuki Miyasako, Kaho Minami, Riko Narumi, Shiro Sano.