Agitator (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2001, Agitator is an action, drama and crime film directed by Takashi Miike, running about 150 minutes. “thank you - and - fu*k you - brother.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a young Yakuza torments the customers in a rival crime family's nightclub, it is not long before his dead body is found. Soon, inter-family retaliation follows, resulting in the death for a prominent crime boss. Devastated by this turn of events, the temperamental Kenzaki vows to avenge his boss's death and, as bloody violence ensues, the body count reaches excessive proportions.
Who’s in it. Agitator stars Mickey Curtis as Yokomizo, Yoshiyuki Daichi as Sakuraba, Taisaku Akino as Tsuchiya and Kenichi Endo as Muroi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Agitator 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 Agitator page.
If you liked it. Fans of Agitator 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 Agitator (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Agitator change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Agitator worth watching?
- Agitator holds an audience score of 6.6 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 Agitator?
- Agitator stars Mickey Curtis, Yoshiyuki Daichi, Taisaku Akino, Kenichi Endo and Hakuryu.
- When was Agitator released?
- Agitator was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.