Demeking (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1998, Demeking is a drama film directed by Shinji Imaoka, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. When he is hit by a car on the street, the young man Daikoku foresees the monster Demking appearing at the end of the century. In preparation for the coming confrontation with the Demeking, he organizes a modern-day Seven Lucky Gods composed entirely of antisocial people. This is a utopian epic that, despite the ridiculousness of the story, is the most powerful depiction of the motifs seen in the first two films, which attempt to play on the sense of apocalypse through unrealistic imagination, while staying within a tenuous sense of reality.
Who’s in it. Demeking stars Takuji Suzuki, Yoko Chosokabe, Nao Kojima and Yumeka Sasaki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Demeking has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Demeking page.
If you liked it. Fans of Demeking tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Demeking (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Demeking change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Demeking worth watching?
- Demeking holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Demeking?
- Demeking stars Takuji Suzuki, Yoko Chosokabe, Nao Kojima, Yumeka Sasaki and Takeshi Itō.
- When was Demeking released?
- Demeking was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.