Sonatine
1993, Japanese. Directed by Takeshi Kitano.
A ferocious man sleeps here.
Murakawa, an aging Tokyo yakuza tiring of gangster life, is sent by his boss to Okinawa along with a few of his henchmen to help end a gang war, supposedly as mediators between two warring clans. He finds that the dispute between the clans is insignificant and whilst wondering why he was sent to Okinawa at all, his group is attacked in an ambush. The survivors flee and make a decision to lay low at the beach while they await further instructions.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 10 September 1993
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Takeshi Kitano
- Box office
- $59K
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Sonatine: quick answers
Is Sonatine worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 718 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sonatine?
Sonatine runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Sonatine have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sonatine. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sonatine parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sonatine is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sonatine on?
Sonatine isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 10 September 1993. (Checked 30 October 2026.)
What movies are like Sonatine?
If you liked Sonatine, try Fireworks, Deadly Outlaw: Rekka, Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima.
Who directed Sonatine?
Sonatine (1993) was directed by Takeshi Kitano and stars Takeshi Kitano, Aya Kokumai, Tetsu Watanabe.