Demon (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1985, Demon is a drama film directed by Yasuo Furuhata, running about 127 minutes. “One man, Two lives.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Shuji was once a feared member of the Yakuza crime syndicate, but he's reformed his ways, abandoned his old life and left the city for a small coastal fishing town where he's become an honest fisherman.
Who’s in it. Demon stars Ken Takakura as Shuji, Yuko Tanaka as Keiko, Kunie Tanaka as Keita and Takeshi Kitano as Yajima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Demon 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 Demon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Demon tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Demon (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Demon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Demon worth watching?
- Demon holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Demon?
- Demon stars Ken Takakura, Yuko Tanaka, Kunie Tanaka, Takeshi Kitano and Ayumi Ishida.
- When was Demon released?
- Demon was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.