Shadow (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film
Released in 2004, Shadow is an action, horror and animation film directed by Yasuhito Kikuchi, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. It is the peaceful Edo period in Japan, and ninjas are hardly needed anymore. Karyu, a particularly skilled ninja, is forced to do work as a hired killer. She is asked to kill a merchant, but when she gets there, she finds that his servant is actually a ninja, who is just as skilled as Karyu. Her name is Uzume. Karyu and Uzume then compete against eachother in a bloody battle for superiority.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shadow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadow 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 Shadow (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shadow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- When was Shadow released?
- Shadow was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.