Gonin (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 6.6

Released in 1995, Gonin is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Takashi Ishii, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. Five men plot to steal a large sum of money from the local yakuza, but everything does not go as planned and the men find themselves hunted down by contract killers.
Who’s in it. Gonin stars Koichi Sato as Mikihiko Bandai, Masahiro Motoki as Junichi Mitsuya, Takeshi Kitano as Ichiro Kyoya and Jinpachi Nezu as Kaname Hizu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Gonin 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 Gonin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gonin 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 Gonin (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gonin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gonin worth watching?
- Gonin holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gonin?
- Gonin stars Koichi Sato, Masahiro Motoki, Takeshi Kitano, Jinpachi Nezu and Kippei Shiina.
- When was Gonin released?
- Gonin was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.
