Smuggler (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2011, Smuggler is an action, comedy and drama film directed by Katsuhito Ishii, running about 114 minutes. “Body bags pay the bills” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. To pay off his loan shark, failed actor Ryōsuke Kinuta is forced to smuggle dead bodies – and one live elite assassin – in the middle of the night.
Who’s in it. Smuggler stars Satoshi Tsumabuki as Ryōsuke Kinuta, Masatoshi Nagase as Joe, Yasuko Matsuyuki as Yuki Yamaoka and Hikari Mitsushima as Chiharu Tanuma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Smuggler has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Smuggler page.
If you liked it. Fans of Smuggler 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 Smuggler (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Smuggler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Smuggler worth watching?
- Smuggler holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Smuggler?
- Smuggler stars Satoshi Tsumabuki, Masatoshi Nagase, Yasuko Matsuyuki, Hikari Mitsushima and Masanobu Ando.
- When was Smuggler released?
- Smuggler was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.