Madara (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 5.7

Madara poster

Released in 1991, Madara is an action, fantasy, adventure and animation film directed by Yuji Moriyama, running about 120 minutes.

What it’s about. Born of legendary origins, the young Madara has grown up in obscurity as an apprentice blacksmith. An encounter with the demonic Mouki reveals his destiny, and catapults him into the middle of a mystic quest. Madara fights for revenge with the help of freedom fighters, magical swords and Kirin, the master of the Majin. His goal is to defeat his brother and then overthrow his father, the despotic Miroku.

Who’s in it. Madara stars Kappei Yamaguchi as (voice), Naoki Tatsuta as (voice), Kazuki Yao as (voice) and Chieko Honda as (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Madara 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 Madara page.

If you liked it. Fans of Madara 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 Madara (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Madara change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Madara worth watching?
Madara holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy, adventure and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Madara?
Madara stars Kappei Yamaguchi, Naoki Tatsuta, Kazuki Yao and Chieko Honda.
When was Madara released?
Madara was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.