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The Vulture (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 2009, The Vulture is a drama film directed by Keishi Otomo, running about 134 minutes.

What it’s about. A Japanese company is being targeted by a Chinese financial group that takes advantage of weak and struggling firms - in other words, a vulture. A Japanese financier/former vulture Masahiko Washizu is recruited to fight the threat.

Who’s in it. The Vulture stars Nao Omori as Masahiko Washizu, Tetsuji Tamayama as Liu Yihua, Chiaki Kuriyama as Yuka Mishima and Kengo Kora as Sho Moriyama, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Vulture sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Vulture page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Vulture tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Vulture (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vulture change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Vulture worth watching?
The Vulture holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Vulture?
The Vulture stars Nao Omori, Tetsuji Tamayama, Chiaki Kuriyama, Kengo Kora and Ryuhei Matsuda.
When was The Vulture released?
The Vulture was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 134 minutes.