Arion (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 6.2

Arion poster

Released in 1986, Arion is an action, fantasy, adventure and war film directed by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko, running about 119 minutes. “Let the Gods beware!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The story follows Arion, a young man kidnapped by Hades as a child and raised to believe that his mother was blinded by Zeus and that killing the ruler of Mount Olympus will cure her.

Who’s in it. Arion stars Shigeru Nakahara as Arion (voice), Miki Takahashi as Resphoina (vioce), Mayumi Tanaka as Seneca (voice) and Hirotaka Suzuoki as Apollon (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Arion 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 Arion page.

If you liked it. Fans of Arion 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 Arion (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Arion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Arion worth watching?
Arion holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy, adventure and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Arion?
Arion stars Shigeru Nakahara, Miki Takahashi, Mayumi Tanaka, Hirotaka Suzuoki and Bin Shimada.
When was Arion released?
Arion was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.