The Messiah from the Future (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film

The Messiah from the Future poster

Released in 1997, The Messiah from the Future is a science fiction film directed by Atsushi Shimizu, running about 80 minutes. “November 11, 1997. The aggressor comes down calling herself...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When a visitor from the future shows up at school and instigates a reign of terror, a small group of students must find a way to stop the horror from spreading.

Who’s in it. The Messiah from the Future stars Kazumi Murata as Kazumi Kusumoto, Shûji Kashiwabara as Koji Seki and Hinako Saeki as Michiru Takamizawa.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Messiah from the Future page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Messiah from the Future tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Messiah from the Future (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Messiah from the Future change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Messiah from the Future?
The Messiah from the Future stars Kazumi Murata, Shûji Kashiwabara and Hinako Saeki.
When was The Messiah from the Future released?
The Messiah from the Future was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.