Initial D (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2005, Initial D is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Andrew Lau Wai-Keung, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. After winning his first competition, Takumi focuses his attention on drift racing, a sport he has unknowingly perfected while delivering tofu in his father's Toyota AE86.
Who’s in it. Initial D stars Jay Chou as Takumi Fujiwara, Jordan Chan Siu-Chun as Kyouichi Sudou, Shawn Yue Man-Lok as Takeshi Nakazato and Anthony Wong Chau-Sang as Bunta 'Tofuman' Fujiwara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Initial D has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $7.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Hi-YAH and Hi-YAH Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Initial D page.
If you liked it. Fans of Initial D tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Initial D (2005)?
- In US, Initial D is available to stream on Hi-YAH and Hi-YAH Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Initial D worth watching?
- Initial D holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Initial D?
- Initial D stars Jay Chou, Jordan Chan Siu-Chun, Shawn Yue Man-Lok, Anthony Wong Chau-Sang and Kenny Bee.
- When was Initial D released?
- Initial D was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.