Crying Freeman (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1995, Crying Freeman is an action and crime film directed by Christophe Gans, running about 102 minutes. “Once in a lifetime comes the perfect killer” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A lethal assassin for a secret Chinese organisation, who sheds tears of regret each time he kills, is seen swiftly and mercilessly executing three Yakuza gangsters by a beautiful artist. She is captivated by the grace of his kill and later falls in love with him. An intense power struggle for the leadership of the Yakuza Clans ensues as they seek vengeance for the death of their leader.
Who’s in it. Crying Freeman stars Mark Dacascos as Yo Hinomura / Freeman, Byron Mann as Koh, Masaya Kato as Ryuji Hanada and Tchéky Karyo as Detective Netah, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Crying Freeman 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 Crying Freeman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crying Freeman 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 Crying Freeman (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crying Freeman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Crying Freeman worth watching?
- Crying Freeman holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Crying Freeman?
- Crying Freeman stars Mark Dacascos, Byron Mann, Masaya Kato, Tchéky Karyo and Julie Condra.
- When was Crying Freeman released?
- Crying Freeman was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.