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Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins

7.5/10
TMDB964 votes
2012Original: Japanese134 min

In 1868, after the Bakumatsu war ends, the ex-assassin Kenshin Himura traverses Japan with an inverted sword, to defend the needy without killing.

Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, War, History
Cast: Takeru Satoh, Emi Takei, Koji Kikkawa, Yu Aoi, Munetaka Aoki

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About Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins

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Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins (2012) is a film in the action, adventure, fantasy, war, history genres. Directed by Keishi Otomo. The cast includes Takeru Satoh, Emi Takei, Koji Kikkawa, Yu Aoi.

Released
2012-08-25
Original language
Japanese
Runtime
134 minutes
Status
Released
Production countries
Japan
Production companies
Studio Swan, ROCKWORKS, C&I entertainment, IMJ Entertainment, Amuse Soft Entertainment, Warner Bros. Japan, GAGA Corporation
Directors
Keishi Otomo
Writers
Kiyomi Fujii, Keishi Otomo

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7.5/10 from 964 TMDB votes. Ratings and reviews are supplied by TMDB. Reviews are attributed to their original authors.

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TMDB member review

Rurouni Kenshin: Origins brilliantly adapts the iconic manga into a cinematic masterpiece, with a compelling storyline, emotionally driven conflicts, and breathtaking action scenes. Supported by powerful performances—especially from Takeru Satoh—and immersive cinematography, the film offers a satisfying blend of heart and adrenaline. An absolute must-watch for action and manga fans alike. Read the full review…

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Rurouni Kenshin: Origins brilliantly adapts the iconic manga into a cinematic masterpiece, with a compelling storyline, emotionally driven conflicts, and breathtaking action scenes. Supported by powerful performances—especially from Takeru Satoh—and immersive cinematography, the film offers a satisfying blend of heart and adrenaline. An absolute must-watch for action and manga fans alike. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

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In 1868, after the Bakumatsu war ends, the ex-assassin Kenshin Himura traverses Japan with an inverted sword, to defend the needy without killing.

Who stars in Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins?

Takeru Satoh, Emi Takei, Koji Kikkawa, Yu Aoi, Munetaka Aoki, Go Ayano. See the cast cards above for character names.

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