About the Film
A young boy with a troubled home life becomes "chosen," and he stumbles into the middle of a great war of yōkai (a class of mythological creatures), where he meets a group of friendly yōkai who become his companions through his journey. Now he must fight to protect his friends and free the world of the yōkai from oppression.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: The Great Yokai War is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy and fantasy and action movie from 2005. Directed by Takashi Miike, and starring Ryunosuke Kamiki, Hiroyuki Miyasako, Kaho Minami A young boy with a troubled home life becomes "chosen," and he stumbles into the middle of a great war of yōkai (a class of mythological creatures), where he meets a group of friendly yōkai who become his companions through his journey.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.3/10, The Great Yokai War retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy movies that blends comedy with fantasy elements, The Great Yokai War deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Where to Watch
Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Production Specs
Top Billed Cast
Actors Also In
Ryunosuke Kamiki
Notable Career Works
2001
2021
2007
2020
Hiroyuki Miyasako
Notable Career Works2007
2005
2004
2004
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