Ashura
2005, Japanese. Directed by Yojiro Takita.
Adapted from the successful play, the film takes place in 19th-century Japan, where a war between demons and their slayers is fought. Izumo, a kabuki actor with a demon-slaying past, meets and falls in love with Tsubaki. However, something is not right, as mysterious marks appear on her body as time progresses. At the same time, it is announced that Ashura, the queen of all demons, will be resurrected and bring destruction to the universe.
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 16 April 2005
- Original title
- 阿修羅城の瞳
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Masashi Todayama, Hare Kawaguchi
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What Ashura is based on
Ashura is adapted from a play or musical.
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How long is Ashura?
Ashura runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
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Which OTT platform is Ashura on?
Ashura isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 April 2005. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ashura?
If you liked Ashura, try Devilman - Volume 2: Demon Bird, Devilman - Volume 1: The Birth, Dororo.
Who directed Ashura?
Ashura (2005) was directed by Yojiro Takita and stars Rie Miyazawa, Matsumoto Kōshirō X, Kanako Higuchi.
What is Ashura based on?
Ashura is adapted from a play or musical.