Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1994, Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon is a fantasy and adventure film directed by Takao Okawara, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. After killing his brother, Prince Yamato is banished from his father's kingdom until he can bring his dangerous powers under control. On his journey, he meets and joins with the magical priestess Oto, and together they go to fight against an evil god that has been ravaging the Earth in the form of an enormous hydra. Will Yamato ever return home to reclaim his rightful place on the throne?
Who’s in it. Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon stars Masahiro Takashima as Prince Yamato Takeru, Yasuko Sawaguchi as Oto Tachibana, Hiroshi Abe as Tsukiyomi and Akira Koieyama as Oousu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon worth watching?
- Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon?
- Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon stars Masahiro Takashima, Yasuko Sawaguchi, Hiroshi Abe, Akira Koieyama and Masashi Ishibashi.
- When was Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon released?
- Orochi, the Eight-Headed Dragon was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.