Bunraku (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 5.8

Bunraku poster

Released in 2010, Bunraku is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Guy Moshe, running about 118 minutes. “A civilized weapon for uncivilized times” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In a world with no guns, a mysterious drifter, a bartender and a young samurai plot revenge against a ruthless leader and his army of thugs, headed by nine diverse and deadly assassins.

Who’s in it. Bunraku stars Josh Hartnett as The Drifter, Demi Moore as Alexandra, Woody Harrelson as The Bartender and Ron Perlman as Nicola, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Bunraku has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $129.7K at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bunraku page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bunraku 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 Bunraku (2010)?
In US, Bunraku is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Bunraku worth watching?
Bunraku holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bunraku?
Bunraku stars Josh Hartnett, Demi Moore, Woody Harrelson, Ron Perlman and Gackt Camui.
When was Bunraku released?
Bunraku was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.