Japan
2023, Tamil. Directed by Raju Murugan.
A fictionalized version of the events surrounding notorious criminal Tiruvarur Murugan, who was involved in a big jewellery shop robbery.
- Runtime
- 2h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Tamil
- Rated
- UA
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Japan is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Details
- Released
- 9 November 2023
- Original title
- ஜப்பான்
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Raju Murugan
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What Japan is based on
Japan is based on a true story.
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Japan: quick answers
Is Japan worth watching?
Japan doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Japan?
Japan runs 154 minutes (2h 34m).
Does Japan have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Japan. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Japan parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Japan is rated UA in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Japan on?
Japan is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Japan?
If you liked Japan, try The Old Man & the Gun, Find Me Guilty, The Brink's Job.
Who directed Japan?
Japan (2023) was directed by Raju Murugan and stars Karthi, Anu Emmanuel, Sunil Varma.
What is Japan based on?
Japan is based on a true story.