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Kichiku

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Made-for-TV film adaptation of the 1957 novel by Seicho Matsumoto starring Takeshi Kitano and directed by Noboru Tanaka. The novel was previously adapted in 1978 film entitled “The Demon” starring Ken Ogata and directed by Yoshitaro…

DirectorNoboru Tanaka

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Cast · Directed by Noboru Tanaka

TKTakeshi Kitano
Takeshi Kitano
SMShigeru Muroi
Shigeru Muroi
RK
Ryô Kataoka
ES
Emi Sato
MM
Masahiro Morooka
TOTakehiko Ono
Takehiko Ono
KOKōen Okumura
Kōen Okumura
TŌTakeshi Ōbayashi
Takeshi Ōbayashi
SSSatoru Saito
Satoru Saito
YMYoneko Matsukane
Yoneko Matsukane
KN
Kuriko Namino
MT
Minako Tsuda

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Kichiku — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Kichiku?

Kichiku isn't streaming anywhere in India yet.

Is Kichiku on Netflix?

No, Kichiku is not on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

Is Kichiku on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch Kichiku for free?

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What is the OTT release date for Kichiku?

Kichiku hasn't started streaming in India yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 3, 2002. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.