Where can I watch Japanese Devils (2001)?

Streaming, rental and purchase options for Japanese Devils change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.

Is Japanese Devils worth watching?

Japanese Devils holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Japanese Devils?

Japanese Devils stars Yoshio Tsuchiya, Hakudo Nagatomi, Yoshio Shinozuka, Tsuyoshi Ebato and Taisuke Funyu.

When was Japanese Devils released?

Japanese Devils was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.

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Japanese Devils (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 4.3

Released in 2001, Japanese Devils is a war and documentary film directed by Minoru Matsui, running about 160 minutes.

What it’s about. A documentary recording the testimony of fourteen former Japanese soldiers as they recount atrocities and war crimes committed during the Second World War, including the the infamous Unit 731 medical experimentation group. Having been trained by their country to be nothing but killers, the soldiers claim to have become morally numb and unable to see non-Japanese as even human. Perhaps feeling some remorse for what they have done, they now choose to tell their stories for the world to hear.

Who’s in it. Japanese Devils stars Yoshio Tsuchiya as Himself / Former 2nd Lieutenant, MP / Witness #1, Hakudo Nagatomi as Himself / Former Sergeant, Army / Witness #2, Yoshio Shinozuka as Himself / Former Corporal, Army / Witness #3 and Tsuyoshi Ebato as Himself / Former Sergeant, Army / Witness #4, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Japanese Devils has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Japanese Devils page.

If you liked it. Fans of Japanese Devils tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.

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Where can I watch Japanese Devils (2001)?: Streaming, rental and purchase options for Japanese Devils change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Japanese Devils worth watching?: Japanese Devils holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Japanese Devils?: Japanese Devils stars Yoshio Tsuchiya, Hakudo Nagatomi, Yoshio Shinozuka, Tsuyoshi Ebato and Taisuke Funyu.
When was Japanese Devils released?: Japanese Devils was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.