Where can I watch Initial D: Third Stage (2001)?

Streaming, rental and purchase options for Initial D: Third Stage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.

Is Initial D: Third Stage worth watching?

Initial D: Third Stage holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, animation and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Initial D: Third Stage?

Initial D: Third Stage stars Shin-ichiro Miki, Ayako Kawasumi, Takehito Koyasu, Unsho Ishizuka and Kazuki Yao.

When was Initial D: Third Stage released?

Initial D: Third Stage was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.

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Initial D: Third Stage (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 2001, Initial D: Third Stage is an action, animation and romance film directed by Noboru Mitsusawa, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. With high school graduation right around the corner, Takumi Fujiwara has a lot on his mind and a lot to prepare for. Everything becomes even more complicated when Takumi is offered a spot on Ryosuke Takahashi's elite Kengai Racing Team, which seeks to assemble the greatest racers in the Gunma area for a tour of Japan's mountain passes. Before he can accept however, Takumi feels the need to settle the score with the Lancer Evo driving Emperor team, defend his downhill-racer crown against the son of his father's greatest rival, and finally settle things with his unfaithful girlfriend Natsuki.

Who’s in it. Initial D: Third Stage stars Shin-ichiro Miki as Takumi Fujiwara (voice), Ayako Kawasumi as Natsuki Mogi (voice), Takehito Koyasu as Ryosuke Takahashi (voice) and Unsho Ishizuka as Bunta Fujiwara (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Initial D: Third Stage has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Initial D: Third Stage page.

If you liked it. Fans of Initial D: Third Stage 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.

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Where can I watch Initial D: Third Stage (2001)?: Streaming, rental and purchase options for Initial D: Third Stage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Initial D: Third Stage worth watching?: Initial D: Third Stage holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, animation and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Initial D: Third Stage?: Initial D: Third Stage stars Shin-ichiro Miki, Ayako Kawasumi, Takehito Koyasu, Unsho Ishizuka and Kazuki Yao.
When was Initial D: Third Stage released?: Initial D: Third Stage was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.