Gatchaman (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2013, Gatchaman is an action, adventure and science fiction film directed by Tōya Satō, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. By the year 2050 AD, a mysterious organization called Galactor has occupied half of the Earth and threatens to exterminate the human race. Around the same time, the International Science Organization had uncovered mysterious stones that bear unusual powers. It is said that one person out of approximately eight million is able to harness the power of the stones; they are known as a "Receptor". Dr. Kozaburo Nambu gathers a team of these five lucky Receptors together. Known as the "Gatchaman" team, it is their mission to defeat Galactor.
Who’s in it. Gatchaman stars Tori Matsuzaka as Ken, Ryohei Suzuki as Ryu, Go Ayano as Joe and Ayame Gouriki as Jun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Gatchaman has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gatchaman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gatchaman 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 Gatchaman (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gatchaman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gatchaman worth watching?
- Gatchaman holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gatchaman?
- Gatchaman stars Tori Matsuzaka, Ryohei Suzuki, Go Ayano, Ayame Gouriki and Tatsuomi Hamada.
- When was Gatchaman released?
- Gatchaman was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.