Is Ichi the Killer scary?

MyCinema has not rated Ichi the Killer for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, crime, and horror film.

Where can I watch Ichi the Killer in the US?

Ichi the Killer streams on Philo, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and 6 more, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and 3 more, and can be rented from Apple TV Store in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Ichi the Killer?

Ichi the Killer runs 2 hours 9 minutes (129 minutes).

Is Ichi the Killer suitable for kids?

TMDB lists no age rating for Ichi the Killer in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.

TMDB20012h 9mAction / Crime / Horror

Ichi the Killer

Name: Ichi the Killer
Genre: Action, Crime, Horror
Released: 2001-12-22
Duration: 129 min

Love really hurts.

As sadomasochistic yakuza enforcer Kakihara searches for his missing boss he comes across Ichi, a repressed and psychotic killer who may be able to inflict levels of pain that Kakihara has only dreamed of.

TMDB audience score

Based on 1,159 votes

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Availability in the US

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Ichi the Killer at a glance

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Runtime

Long watch · 2h 9m

At 2h 9m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Action · Crime · Horror

TMDB files it under action, crime, and horror.

US availability

9 subscriptions · 6 free · 1 to rent · 1 to buy

Included with 9 subscription services: Philo, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and 6 more. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and 3 more. Listed to rent from 1 store. Listed to buy from 1 store.

TMDB audience score

7.0 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 1,159 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Ichi the Killer tonight

It needs the whole evening: 2h 9m.
It is included with Philo, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and 6 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 1,159 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Ichi the Killer

Is Ichi the Killer scary?: MyCinema has not rated Ichi the Killer for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, crime, and horror film.
Where can I watch Ichi the Killer in the US?: Ichi the Killer streams on Philo, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and 6 more, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and 3 more, and can be rented from Apple TV Store in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Ichi the Killer?: Ichi the Killer runs 2 hours 9 minutes (129 minutes).
Is Ichi the Killer suitable for kids?: TMDB lists no age rating for Ichi the Killer in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.