Eiji (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film

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Released in 1990, Eiji is a comedy, drama and animation film directed by Mizuho Nishikubo, running about 49 minutes.

What it’s about. Legendary boxer Keijiro Akagi's second son, Eiji, is a high school dropout and the world's worst rock guitarist. Though his father and elder brother are both boxers, he hates the sport but suddenly takes an interest in it when he meets the local champion's little sister.

Who’s in it. Eiji stars Ryou Horikawa as Eiji Akagi, Yuko Mizutani as Marina Takasugi, Ai Orikasa as Aya Kusanagi and Hideyuki Hori as Kojiro Akagi, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eiji page.

If you liked it. Fans of Eiji tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Eiji (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Eiji change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Eiji?
Eiji stars Ryou Horikawa, Yuko Mizutani, Ai Orikasa, Hideyuki Hori and Jurota Kosugi.
When was Eiji released?
Eiji was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 49 minutes.