Movie

The Trap

★ 6.8(11)19961h 46m

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Good to know

Director: Kaizo Hayashi
Release date: 1996-05-25
Runtime: 1h 46m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: Eizo Tanteisha
Part of: Maiku Hama Private Eye Trilogy

The Trap — trailer

About The Trap

The Trap is a 1996 movie in the Drama, Thriller and Mystery genres, directed by Kaizo Hayashi, starring Masatoshi Nagase, Yui Natsukawa and Tomoko Yamaguchi. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 11 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Trap in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When a hooded stranger appears in private eye 'Mike' Hama's office with the cryptic challenge "I want you to look for me," Hama is drawn into a string of bizarre serial murders that have Yokohama's police baffled and the city terrified.

Cast

Masatoshi Nagase

Maiku Hama / Mikki

Yui Natsukawa

Yuriko

Tomoko Yamaguchi

Mizuki

Tetta Sugimoto

Sugimoto

Kiyotaka Nanbara

Hoshino

Akaji Maro

Lt. Nakayama

Shiro Sano

Masaru Kanno

Mika Ohmine

Akane Hama

Haruko Mabuchi

Joe Shishido

Jo Shishido

Noriko Sengoku

Asa

TERU

Themes & keywords

japanprivate detectivemaiku hamayokohamajapanese giallo

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Trap in United States?+

The Trap is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Trap on Netflix?+

The Trap is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Trap?+

The Trap has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in The Trap?+

The Trap stars Masatoshi Nagase, Yui Natsukawa, Tomoko Yamaguchi, Tetta Sugimoto and Kiyotaka Nanbara.

When did The Trap come out?+

The Trap is a 1996 movie directed by Kaizo Hayashi.

What genre is The Trap?+

The Trap is Drama, Thriller, Mystery, Crime and Horror film.

Who directed The Trap?+

The Trap was directed by Kaizo Hayashi.