MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film
Released in 2004, MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening is an action and fantasy film directed by Noboru Matsui, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. The first installment in the series of fantasy swordplay action movies starring Riki Takeuchi. Muramasa, a mystical blade imbued with the grudges of those persecuted by the Tokugawa Shogunate, reawakens in the modern era. Yagyu Kengo, descendant of the Yagyu Clan and "sealmaster," faces off against the Shimazu Clan, who seek to exploit Muramasa's power for their own gain.
Who’s in it. MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening stars Riki Takeuchi, Kazuyoshi Ozawa, Yoshiyuki Yamaguchi and Mika Katsumura, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening page.
If you liked it. Fans of MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening 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 MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening?
- MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening stars Riki Takeuchi, Kazuyoshi Ozawa, Yoshiyuki Yamaguchi, Mika Katsumura and Hitoshi Yamaguchi.
- When was MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening released?
- MURAMASA Chapter 1: Awakening was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.