Yakuza Weapon (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 2011, Yakuza Weapon is an action, thriller and science fiction film directed by Tak Sakaguchi, running about 105 minutes. “Try me.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After four years overseas, Shozo returns to Japan to avenge his yakuza boss who was assassinated by his own treacherous top man, Kurawaki. The resulting battle leaves both men severely injured, and Shozo awakens in a mysterious medical facility to find his arm replaced with an M61 Vulcan cannon and his leg replaced with a rocket launcher. Meanwhile, Kurawaki has been fitted with mechanical augmentations of his own. Get ready for the second round.
Who’s in it. Yakuza Weapon stars Tak Sakaguchi as Shozo Iwaki, Jun Murakami as Tetsu, Mei Kurokawa as Sister Nayoko and Shingo Tsurumi as Kurawaki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Yakuza Weapon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yakuza Weapon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yakuza Weapon 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 Yakuza Weapon (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yakuza Weapon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yakuza Weapon worth watching?
- Yakuza Weapon holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Yakuza Weapon?
- Yakuza Weapon stars Tak Sakaguchi, Jun Murakami, Mei Kurokawa, Shingo Tsurumi and Akaji Maro.
- When was Yakuza Weapon released?
- Yakuza Weapon was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.