Midnight Eagle (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 5

Midnight Eagle poster

Released in 2007, Midnight Eagle is an action and thriller film directed by Izuru Narushima, running about 132 minutes. “Only 48 Hours Till the End of Japan” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A stolen military aircraft with nuclear missiles on board crashes in the snowbound Northern Japanese Alps. Two teams of rangers from Japan's Defense Force must reach the craft before the enemies do.

Who’s in it. Midnight Eagle stars Ken Ishiguro as Tadao Miyata, Takao Osawa as Yuji Nishizaki, Sô Sakamoto as Makoto Aoki and Osamu Shigematu as Keiko Arisawa, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Midnight Eagle has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Midnight Eagle page.

If you liked it. Fans of Midnight Eagle 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 Midnight Eagle (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Midnight Eagle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Midnight Eagle worth watching?
Midnight Eagle holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Midnight Eagle?
Midnight Eagle stars Ken Ishiguro, Takao Osawa, Sô Sakamoto, Osamu Shigematu and Eisaku Yoshida.
When was Midnight Eagle released?
Midnight Eagle was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.