Movie

Killing

“Why must I kill?”

★ 7.1(69)20181h 20m

Killing is streaming on U-NEXT, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel and FOD in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability checked 12 June 2026.

Where to watch Killing

🇯🇵 Japan

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Good to know

Director: Shinya Tsukamoto
Release date: 2018-10-08
Runtime: 1h 20m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: Kaijyu Theater

Killing — trailer

About Killing

Killing is a 2018 movie in the Drama and Action genres, directed by Shinya Tsukamoto, starring Sosuke Ikematsu, Yu Aoi and Tatsuya Nakamura. It has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 69 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Killing in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In mid-19th century Edo period, a masterless rōnin named Mokunoshin Tsuzuki resides in a peaceful village among those he helps. However, as the prevalent peace and tranquility are sure to be replaced by war and conflict across the land, the swordsman feels restlessness creeping upon him.

Cast

Sosuke Ikematsu

Mokunoshin Tsuzuki

Yu Aoi

Tatsuya Nakamura

Sezaemon Genda

Ryusei Maeda

Ichisuke

Shinya Tsukamoto

Jirozaemon Sawamura

Kohji Katoh

Masterless Samurai

Shûji Ôtsuki

Kahei

Makiko Kuno

Taki

Naoto Yokouchi

Ichizo

Kôji Tsukamoto

Masterless Samurai

Takahiro Kandaka

Masterless Samurai

Kazuhiko Ozaki

Masterless Samurai

Themes & keywords

samurairevengeswordsmanroninjidaigekiedo periodbakumatsu

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Killing in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Killing on U-NEXT, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel and FOD. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Killing on Netflix?+

Killing is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on U-NEXT, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel and FOD.

How long is Killing?+

Killing has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

Who stars in Killing?+

Killing stars Sosuke Ikematsu, Yu Aoi, Tatsuya Nakamura, Ryusei Maeda and Shinya Tsukamoto.

When did Killing come out?+

Killing is a 2018 movie directed by Shinya Tsukamoto.

What genre is Killing?+

Killing is Drama and Action film.

Who directed Killing?+

Killing was directed by Shinya Tsukamoto.