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How Long Is “Akira”?
2h 4m runtime
Cult classic film with a runtime of 124 minutes, released in 1988. Presented in English.
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Boasting a strikingly creative vision of a postnuclear urban landscape, this 1988 adult anime classic centers on a teen who becomes involved in dangerous psychic experiments. Directed and co-scripted by Katsuhiro Otomo (based on his graphic novel), the film contains brilliant, dreamlike and often disturbing imagery, marking a high point in the achievements of Japanese animators.
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How long is Akira?
Akira runs for 2h 4m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under cult classic, animated, adaptation, drama.
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