Akira
AKIRA
“Neo-Tokyo is about to E.X.P.L.O.D.E.”
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About
A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop.
Cast
Mitsuo Iwata
as Shotaro Kaneda (voice)
Nozomu Sasaki
as Tetsuo Shima (voice)
Mami Koyama
as Kei (voice)
Taro Ishida
as Colonel Shikishima
Mizuho Suzuki
as Doctor Ônishi
Tessyo Genda
as Ryûsaku (voice)
Koichi Kitamura
as Priestess Miyako / Council A (voice)
Yuriko Fuchizaki
as Kaori (voice)
Masaaki Okura
as Yamagata (voice)
Takeshi Kusao
as Kai (voice)
Kazuhiro Kamifuji
as Masaru / No. 27 (voice)
Tatsuhiko Nakamura
as Takashi / No. 26 (voice)
Fukue Itô
as Kiyoko / No. 25 (voice)
Yuka Ôno
as Girl C (voice)
Hiroshi Otake
as Nezu (voice)
Kazumi Tanaka
as Army (voice)
Masato Hirano
as Committee F / Spy / Yûji Takeyama / Terrorist (voice)
Masayuki Kato
as Engineer Sakiyama / Committe D (voice)
Michihiro Ikemizu
as Inspector / Committee I (voice)
Tarô Arakawa
as Army / Committee G / Eiichi Watanabe (voice)
Where does Akira rank today?
Akira is #1183 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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Stream Akira online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated animation, science fiction, and action movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1988, it's earned a solid 7.9/10 from 4,772 viewers worldwide.
About Akira
“Neo-Tokyo is about to E.X.P.L.O.D.E.”
A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop. Running 124 minutes.
Akira Cast and Characters
The cast features Mitsuo Iwata (as Shotaro Kaneda (voice)), Nozomu Sasaki (as Tetsuo Shima (voice)), Mami Koyama (as Kei (voice)), Taro Ishida (as Colonel Shikishima), and Mizuho Suzuki (as Doctor Ônishi). Their performances are a major reason Akira has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Akira Online
On Bowood.TV you can watch Akira free — no account, no credit card, no ads in the middle of the show. We stream the full film in 720p / 1080p HD, with subtitles when available, on any device: phone, tablet, laptop, or smart TV browser.
▶ Watch Akira NowWhy People Are Watching Akira
There's a reason Akira keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is action sequences that don't feel cheap and world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akira
Where can I watch Akira online for free?
You can watch Akira online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Akira?
Akira runs for 124 minutes (about 2.1 hours).
Is Akira good? What's the rating?
Akira holds a 7.9/10 rating based on 4,772 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Akira?
The main cast includes Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama, and Taro Ishida, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Akira available in Japanese?
Yes — Akira was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Akira released?
Akira was released in 1988.
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Where can I watch Akira for free?
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What is Akira about?
Akira is a Animation/Science Fiction film. A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop.
When was Akira released?
Akira was released on June 10, 1988. It has a runtime of 2h 4m. The film was produced by MBS.
Who stars in Akira?
Akira stars Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama and Taro Ishida. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Akira available in HD?
Yes, Akira is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.