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Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki

20261h 34mMovieDocumentary

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.

DirectorTakashi Miike
ProducersDenjiro Tanaka·Muneyuki Kii

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Release date for theatres
September 25, 2026

Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki is set to release on September 25, 2026 and isn't in cinemas or streaming yet. Streaming usually follows about 6–8 weeks after release (estimated around November 13, 2026).

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Cast · Directed by Takashi Miike

IXIchikawa Ebizo XI
Ichikawa Ebizo XI
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Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki?

Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki on Netflix?

No, Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

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No, Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

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Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki?

Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around November 13, 2026. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.