Goemon (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 2009, Goemon is an action, fantasy and drama film directed by Kazuaki Kiriya, running about 128 minutes.

What it’s about. Follow the infamous ninja bandit named Ishikawa Goemon (Yosuke Eguchi) in an epic story. One night while looting treasure from Nanban (Southern Barbarians), Goemon finds a mysterious box hidden inside a secret grave. A forgotten relic from the past containing untold powers.

Who’s in it. Goemon stars Yosuke Eguchi as Goemon Ishikawa, Ryoko Hirosue as Chacha Asai, Takao Osawa as Saizo Kirigakure and Jun Kaname as Mitsunari Ishida, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Goemon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $16M at the box office.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Goemon 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 Goemon (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Goemon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Goemon worth watching?
Goemon holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Goemon?
Goemon stars Yosuke Eguchi, Ryoko Hirosue, Takao Osawa, Jun Kaname and Mikijiro Hira.
When was Goemon released?
Goemon was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.