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Fist of the North Star

1986, Japanese. Directed by Toyoo Ashida.

An epic assault on the senses!

After a nuclear holocaust tears the world apart, mankind is forced to the harshness of not only the oppression of others who are much more powerful, but the dead earth which seems to be getting worse with every passing moment. But a savior has risen from the ashes, a man who will defeat those who would torment the weak and make the world a livable place once more. A man named Kenshiro...

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Runtime
1h 52m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
Japanese
Rated
NR

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.7/10 from 197 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Released
8 March 1986
Original title
北斗の拳
Country
Japan
Written by
Susumu Takaku
martial artskillingfighterpost-apocalyptic futurenuclear holocaustshounenanime

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What Fist of the North Star is based on

Fist of the North Star is based on Fist of the North Star, a manga series by Buronson, published by Jump Comics.

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Fist of the North Star: quick answers

Is Fist of the North Star worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 197 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Fist of the North Star?

Fist of the North Star runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).

Does Fist of the North Star have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Fist of the North Star. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Fist of the North Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Fist of the North Star is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Fist of the North Star on?

Fist of the North Star isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 8 March 1986. (Checked 14 November 2026.)

What movies are like Fist of the North Star?

If you liked Fist of the North Star, try Highlander: The Search for Vengeance, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: The Battle of Unato, GANTZ:O.

Who directed Fist of the North Star?

Fist of the North Star (1986) was directed by Toyoo Ashida and stars Akira Kamiya, Yuriko Yamamoto, Kenji Utsumi.

What is Fist of the North Star based on?

Fist of the North Star is based on Fist of the North Star, a manga series by Buronson, published by Jump Comics.

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