Hit Woman (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 1985, Hit Woman is a crime film directed by Naosuke Kurosawa, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. Gritty softcore thriller about a female assassin brutally victimized in her past and her target, who turns out to be her long lost lover. Can they escape their world of violence before her handler, a sadistic yakuza, catches up with them?
Who’s in it. Hit Woman stars Rei Akasaka as Yû, Kiriko Shimizu as Yôko, Takashi Naito as Oda and Hiroshi Umeno as Kenzô / Yôsuke (plays two parts), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Hit Woman has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hit Woman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hit Woman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hit Woman (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hit Woman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hit Woman worth watching?
- Hit Woman holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hit Woman?
- Hit Woman stars Rei Akasaka, Kiriko Shimizu, Takashi Naito, Hiroshi Umeno and Kazuhiro Yamaji.
- When was Hit Woman released?
- Hit Woman was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.