Sonatine
“A ferocious man sleeps here.”
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About
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.
Cast
Takeshi Kitano
as Aniki Murakawa
Aya Kokumai
as Miyuki
Tetsu Watanabe
as Uechi
Masanobu Katsumura
as Ryoji
Susumu Terajima
as Ken
Ren Osugi
as Katagiri
Tonbo Zushi
as Kitajima
Kenichi Yajima
as Takahashi
Eiji Minakata
as The Hit Man
Houka Kinoshita
as Kitajima Gang Member
Rome Kanda
as Rapist
Kota Mizumori
as Kanamoto
Yuuki Natsusaka
as Murakawa Gang Member
Kanji Tsuda
as Tsuda
Kanta Yamazaki
as Waiter
Yoshiyuki Morishita
as Maeda
Hiroshi Ando
as Ito
Takeshi Fukazawa
as Sakai
Koichi Kitamura
as Hirose
Koji Koike
as Okinawa Boss
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About Sonatine
“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. Running 94 minutes.
Sonatine Cast and Characters
The cast features Takeshi Kitano (as Aniki Murakawa), Aya Kokumai (as Miyuki), Tetsu Watanabe (as Uechi), Masanobu Katsumura (as Ryoji), and Susumu Terajima (as Ken). Their performances are a major reason Sonatine has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Sonatine NowWhy People Are Watching Sonatine
There's a reason Sonatine keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is action sequences that don't feel cheap and tight pacing that earns its twists. 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 Sonatine
Where can I watch Sonatine online for free?
You can watch Sonatine 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 Sonatine?
Sonatine runs for 94 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Sonatine good? What's the rating?
Sonatine holds a 7.5/10 rating based on 684 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Sonatine?
The main cast includes Takeshi Kitano, Aya Kokumai, Tetsu Watanabe, and Masanobu Katsumura, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Sonatine available in Japanese?
Yes — Sonatine 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 Sonatine released?
Sonatine was released in 1993.
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What is Sonatine about?
Sonatine is a Action/Crime film. 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.
When was Sonatine released?
Sonatine was released on September 10, 1993. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. The film was produced by Shochiku.
Who stars in Sonatine?
Sonatine stars Takeshi Kitano, Aya Kokumai, Tetsu Watanabe and Masanobu Katsumura. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Sonatine available in HD?
Yes, Sonatine 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.