Direction: Takashi Miike
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Takashi Miike. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 125
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Masahiro Motoki · Renji Ishibashi · Mako · Yuichi Minato
Synopsis The Bird People in China (1998) follows a young Japanese businessman dispatched by his corporation to a secluded Chinese hamlet to assess valuable jade deposits. En route, he crosses paths with yakuza members tasked with safeguarding his employer's interests. Upon...
6.9
453 votes
6.9
453 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Kôji Yakusho · Takayuki Yamada · Yusuke Iseya · Goro Inagaki
Synopsis Thirteen Assassins (13 assassins) (2010) follows a band of skilled and determined warriors who unite for a perilous and seemingly impossible task: to take down a ruthless and powerful warlord. This elite group of assassins embarks on a suicide mission,...
6.8
9K votes
6.8
9K votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Ebizo Ichikawa · Eita · Kôji Yakusho · Hikari Mitsushima
Synopsis Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samurai (2011) follows a destitute samurai, Hanshiro, who approaches the House of Ii, led by the resolute Kageyu, to perform ritual suicide. Kageyu attempts to dissuade Hanshiro by sharing the grim account of a recent incident...
6.8
3K votes
6.8
3K votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Ken'ichi Endô · Masatô Ibu · Renji Ishibashi · Hiroshi Mikami
Synopsis Negotiator (TV) (2003) follows the intense situation that unfolds when a routine convenience store heist spirals out of control, leading the criminals to take refuge in a Tokyo hospital with over thirty hostages. The renowned negotiator Shuhei Ishida is summoned...
6.6
60 votes
6.6
60 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Sho Aikawa · Aiko Satô · Ken'ichi Endô · Sei Hiraizumi
Synopsis Sun Scarred (2006) follows Mr. Katayama as he concludes a challenging workday and eagerly anticipates celebrating his birthday with his wife and young daughter at home. However, his journey takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a group of teenagers...
6.6
172 votes
6.6
172 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Naoto Takenaka · Masaya Kato · Mickey Curtis · Takashi Miike
Synopsis Agitator (2001) delves into a narrative of ambition, integrity, and retribution within the yakuza underworld. The story revolves around an ambitious executive from the Tenseikai Syndicate who seeks to consolidate power by orchestrating a merger between two smaller rival gangs,...
6.6
131 votes
6.6
131 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Kazuki Kitamura · Sho Aikawa · Ryuushi Mizukami · Tomorô Taguchi
Synopsis Ley Lines (1999) follows a group of restless young troublemakers from a quiet town who embark on a journey to the bustling metropolis of Tokyo. Expecting to find excitement and adventure, they soon realize that the city's underworld is far...
6.6
119 votes
6.6
119 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Masaya Sato · Shôko Aida · Naomi Akimoto · Narimi Arimori
Synopsis The Man in White (2003) follows Asuzam, a fiercely devoted and relentless Yakuza member, as he embarks on a brutal quest for vengeance after his boss is assassinated by a hired gunman. The narrative is filled with intense action, including...
6.5
93 votes
6.5
93 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Naoki Hosaka · Tomoko Nakajima · Ren Osugi · Sadaharu Shiota
Synopsis MPD Psycho (Multiple Personality Detective) (TV Miniseries) (2000) follows the complex journey of Yosuke Kobayashi, a dedicated detective in the homicide division. After witnessing the brutal murder of his wife at the hands of serial killer Shinji Nishizono, Yosuke develops...
6.4
139 votes
6.4
139 votes
Direction Fruit Chan · Park Chan-wook · Takashi Miike
Cast Bai Ling · Pauline Lau · Tony Leung Ka-Fai · Meme Tian
Synopsis Three... Extremes (2004) is a chilling anthology that delves into the depths of human darkness through three interconnected tales of horror. The first story follows a renowned female novelist who is haunted by the loss of her twin sister and...
6.4
4K votes
6.4
4K votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Shosuke Tanihara · Kenji Takano · Marie Jinno · Tamaki Kenmochi
Synopsis Fudoh: The New Generation (1996) is a visually striking Yakuza film that was celebrated by TIME magazine as one of the top ten films of 1997. The story revolves around Riki Fudoh, a high school student whose life takes a...
6.4
304 votes
6.4
304 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Sho Aikawa · Lianmei Chen · Jianqin He · Tomorô Taguchi
Synopsis Rainy Dog (1997) follows the narrative of Yuuji, a professional assassin who finds himself unexpectedly burdened with the care of his young son. This film serves as the second chapter in the gripping 'The Triad Society Trilogy,' delving into the...
6.4
159 votes
6.4
159 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Ryo Ishibashi · Eihi Shiina · Tetsu Sawaki · Jun Kunimura
Synopsis Audition (1999) follows a widower who is persuaded to participate in a series of auditions for a potential romantic partner. Among the candidates, one woman particularly captivates him, leading him to obtain her contact information. He eventually reaches out to...
6.4
10K votes
6.4
10K votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Hideki Sone · Sho Aikawa · Kimika Yoshino · Shôhei Hino
Synopsis Gozu (2003) follows Minami, a loyal member of the Azamawari gang, who holds deep admiration for his Aniki (older brother) Ozaki, who once saved his life. However, Ozaki's recent peculiar behavior, such as his insistence that a Chihuahua is a...
6.3
2K votes
6.3
2K votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Hayato Ichihara · Mitsuki Tanimura · Jun Kunimura · Ken'ichi Endô
Synopsis God's Puzzle (2008) is a delightful blend of comedic mishaps, youthful romance, and a touch of science fiction. The story centers around a young, laid-back individual who finds himself in a peculiar situation. He agrees to stand in for his...
6.3
134 votes
6.3
134 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Ken'ichi Endô · Fujiko · Jun Moto · Shoko Nakahara
Synopsis Visitor Q (2001) delves into the chaotic lives of a dysfunctional family, where a once-prominent television reporter, now disgraced, attempts to create a documentary exploring the themes of violence and sexuality among young people. The narrative takes a dark turn...
6.3
3K votes
6.3
3K votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Goro Kishitani · Narimi Arimori · Shingo Yamashiro · Ryôsuke Miki
Synopsis Graveyard Of Honor (2002) follows the tumultuous journey of Ichikawa, a barkeeper who becomes entangled in the world of the Yakuza after saving the life of a powerful crime lord, Sawada. This act of bravery propels Ichikawa up the ranks...
6.3
961 votes
6.3
961 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Takeshi Caesar · Ryoko Imamura · Kazuki Kitamura · Takashi Miike
Synopsis The Way to Fight (1996) is an early work by cult director Takashi Miike, showcasing the distinctive blend of brutality and anime-inspired storytelling that he is renowned for. The narrative revolves around Kazuyoshi Tamai, a formidable street brawler on a...
6.3
32 votes
6.3
32 votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Tadanobu Asano · Nao Omori · Shinya Tsukamoto · Pauline Suen
Synopsis Ichi the Killer (2001) delves into the chaotic world of the Anjo clan, where the enigmatic disappearance of their leader leaves a power vacuum. Kakihara, a deranged and masochistic underling, frantically seeks answers, honing in on the elusive Ichi. This...
6.3
9K votes
6.3
9K votes
Direction Takashi Miike
Cast Shun Oguri · Takayuki Yamada · Nobuaki Kaneko · Kenta Kiritani
Synopsis Crows Zero II (2009) follows the story of Genji and his triumphant G.P.S. alliance as they encounter a fresh obstacle posed by the notorious students of Hosen Academy, widely known as 'The Army of Killers.' The two institutions share a...
6.2
1K votes
6.2
1K votes