Specialist (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2013, Specialist is a thriller and crime film directed by Gō Shichitaka, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Kusanagi plays a police detective who gets framed for a crime he didn't commit and had to spend the last 10 years in prison. However, he regains his job as a police officer and makes use of his specialized knowledge on criminal psychology to solve difficult cases.
Who’s in it. Specialist stars Tsuyoshi Kusanagi as Yoshito Takuma, Sei Ashina as Yuiko Matsubara, Kaho Minami as Chinami Anekoji and Kenta Satoi as Sachio Inokuma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Specialist has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Specialist page.
If you liked it. Fans of Specialist tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Specialist (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Specialist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Specialist worth watching?
- Specialist holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Specialist?
- Specialist stars Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, Sei Ashina, Kaho Minami, Kenta Satoi and Takumi Saitoh.
- When was Specialist released?
- Specialist was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.