Copycat Killer (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2002, Copycat Killer is a drama and crime film directed by Yoshimitsu Morita, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Masahiro Nakai (SMAP) stars in this hit film based on the best-selling novel by Miyuki Miyabe. Directed by Yoshimitsu Morita, the film also stars Tsutomu Yamazaki and Yoshino Kimura. The title “Mohouhan” means “copycat”, and it tells the story of a criminal who abducts and kills women, and those who try to catch him. Nakai is cast as a cold-blooded, intelligent and evil guy who uses the media to announce and show his murders live to the public.
Who’s in it. Copycat Killer stars Masahiro Nakai as Koichi Amikawa, Kanji Tsuda as Hiromi Kurihashi, Takashi Fujii as Kazuaki Takai and Tsutomu Yamazaki as Yoshio Arima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Copycat Killer has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Copycat Killer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Copycat Killer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Copycat Killer (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Copycat Killer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Copycat Killer worth watching?
- Copycat Killer holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Copycat Killer?
- Copycat Killer stars Masahiro Nakai, Kanji Tsuda, Takashi Fujii, Tsutomu Yamazaki and Yoshino Kimura.
- When was Copycat Killer released?
- Copycat Killer was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.