Pistol Opera (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2001, Pistol Opera is an action, drama and crime film directed by Seijun Suzuki, running about 112 minutes. “Killing with style!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An assassin fends off numerous attacks from her comrades, who are trying to move up in rank by killing off the competition.
Who’s in it. Pistol Opera stars Makiko Esumi as Miyuki Minazuki, Sayoko Yamaguchi as Sayoko Uekyo, Masatoshi Nagase as Man Dressed in Black and Hanae Kan as Sayoko Uekyo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Pistol Opera 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 Pistol Opera page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pistol Opera 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 Pistol Opera (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pistol Opera change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pistol Opera worth watching?
- Pistol Opera holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pistol Opera?
- Pistol Opera stars Makiko Esumi, Sayoko Yamaguchi, Masatoshi Nagase, Hanae Kan and Mikijiro Hira.
- When was Pistol Opera released?
- Pistol Opera was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.