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Urotsukidōji: Legend of the Overfiend 1989

Status
Released
Runtime
105 minutes
Director
Hideki Takayama
Networks
JAVN, West Cape
Where to Stream
Amazon Video
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★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 from 119 votes NC-17 AnimationActionHorrorFantasy Released
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What is Urotsukidōji: Legend of the Overfiend?

Urotsukidōji: Legend of the Overfiend is a 1989 Japanese animated film. The story takes place in present-day Japan, where three dominant civilizations exist: humans, the Makai, and the Jujinkai.

Type
Film
Year
1989
Status
Released
Runtime
105 minutes
Release date
Mar 18, 1989
Original language
JA
Origin
Japan
Studios
JAVN, West Cape
Genres
Animation, Action, Horror, Fantasy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 from 119 votes
Episode runtime
~105 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
JAVN, West Cape
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Urotsukidōji: Legend of the Overfiend is a 1989 Japanese animated film. The story takes place in present-day Japan, where three dominant civilizations exist: humans, the Makai, and the Jujinkai. According to legend, a supreme being known as the Choujin emerges once every certain period to bring balance to all three realms on Earth. A Jujinkai named Amano Jyaku has been searching for the Choujin for 300 years and has finally discovered its presence in a high school student. Amano, along with his sister Megumi and their sidekick Kuroko, must now protect this individual from unknown threats.

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Should you watch it?

“An ancient prophecy awakens when a supreme being is discovered inside a high school slacker.”

Reasons to watch
  • Explores a hidden world of demons and half-beasts
  • Features a 3,000-year cycle involving the supreme being known as the Choujin
Keep in mind
  • The synopsis cuts off before the full protective mission is detailed

Watch it if you want to see a Jujinkai named Amano Jyaku protect a high school slacker housing the Choujin.

This film carries an NC-17 rating and involves animation, action, horror, and fantasy elements.

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When was Urotsukidouji Legend of the Overfiend released in the US?

It was released in the US on August 11, 1993.

What is the runtime of the movie?

The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

What genres are associated with the film?

The film spans animation, action, horror, and fantasy.

How many civilizations are said to live on Earth according to the legend?

Three civilizations exist: humans, the Makai demon race, and the Jujinkai half-man, half-beast race.

Who discovers the presence of the Choujin?

A Jujinkai named Amano Jyaku discovers the Choujin inside Tatsuo Nagumo.

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