The Hovering Blade (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 2009, The Hovering Blade is a drama film directed by Shoichi Mashiko, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. A widower's teenage daughter is murdered. A mysterious phone call tells him who the killers are and he plots revenge.
Who’s in it. The Hovering Blade stars Akira Terao as Shigeki Nagamine, Yutaka Takenouchi as Takashi Oribe, Shirô Itô as Shinichi Mano and Miki Sakai as Wakako Kijima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Hovering Blade has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hovering Blade page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hovering Blade tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hovering Blade (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hovering Blade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hovering Blade worth watching?
- The Hovering Blade holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Hovering Blade?
- The Hovering Blade stars Akira Terao, Yutaka Takenouchi, Shirô Itô, Miki Sakai and Hatsuo Yamaya.
- When was The Hovering Blade released?
- The Hovering Blade was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.
