Urotsukidōji: Legend of the Overfiend 1989
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
- Updated
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Overview
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.
Should you watch it?
“An ancient prophecy awakens when a supreme being is discovered inside a high school slacker.”
- Explores a hidden world of demons and half-beasts
- Features a 3,000-year cycle involving the supreme being known as the Choujin
- 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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Frequently asked questions
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.