Dragon's Heaven (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 4.8

Dragon's Heaven poster

Released in 1988, Dragon's Heaven is an action, adventure, animation and science fiction film directed by Makoto Kobayashi, running about 42 minutes.

What it’s about. In the year 3195, there was a war between an army of robots and the humans. When Shaian, a sentient combat armor, lost his companion in battle, he shut down until his internal systems spotted a new human. It's now almost a 1000 years later, and Shaian's greatest enemy is still alive and doing battle in Brazil. With a new friend's help, Shaian may be able to stop this evil force before another war rages over the continent.

Who’s in it. Dragon's Heaven stars Kei Tomiyama as Elmedain (voice), Yuko Minaguchi as Ikuuru (voice), Iemasa Kayumi as Shaian (voice) and Daisuke Gori as Orionis (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Dragon's Heaven has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Dragon's Heaven 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 Dragon's Heaven (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dragon's Heaven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Dragon's Heaven worth watching?
Dragon's Heaven holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure, animation and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Dragon's Heaven?
Dragon's Heaven stars Kei Tomiyama, Yuko Minaguchi, Iemasa Kayumi and Daisuke Gori.
When was Dragon's Heaven released?
Dragon's Heaven was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 42 minutes.