Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki
2026, Japanese. Directed by Takashi Miike.
A look at the succession ceremony in which Ichikawa Danjūrō XIII formally inherited the storied Danjūrō name in Kabuki, Japan’s classical performing art. The film records the behind-the-scenes preparations for the actor’s name-inheritance debut performance.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 25 September 2026
- Original title
- 襲名
- Country
- Japan
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Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki: quick answers
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How long is Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki?
Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
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Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 25 September 2026. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki?
If you liked Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki, try Jackie Chan: My Story, Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), Looking for Richard.
Who directed Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki?
Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki (2026) was directed by Takashi Miike and stars Ichikawa Ebizo XI, Ichikawa Shinnosuke VIII.