Shadow Skill: Epilogue (1995): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1995, Shadow Skill: Epilogue is an action, fantasy, adventure and animation film directed by Yasuhiro Kuroda, running about 51 minutes.

What it’s about. In this OVA, the story of Gau's history with his adopted sister and the secrets that make up the shadow skill unfold. The pair make their annual return to the gravesite of Gau's parents, where his growth and progress as a warrior can be exhibited for them. Gau has come along way in his training as a Sevalle under Elle's mentorship, but there are those who wish to find a way of eliminating them, just waiting for the right opportunity to mount a deadly attack. As the travellers make their journey, their family bonds and skill will be tested. Opponents are many, and battles are fierce, but Gau's training also entails taking on his sister in battle, and fully embracing the skills he must learn to defeat his ultimate opponent.

Who’s in it. Shadow Skill: Epilogue stars Megumi Hayashibara as Elle Ragu (voice), Akio Matsuoka as Gau Ban (voice), Yasunori Matsumoto as Vy Low (voice) and Kappei Yamaguchi as Scrib Lowengren (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Shadow Skill: Epilogue has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Shadow Skill: Epilogue 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.