Captain Tokio (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film

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Released in 2007, Captain Tokio is a comedy and science fiction film directed by Kazushi Watanabe, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. In the year 20XX, anarchy reigns over Tokyo after a devastating earthquake destroyed the city. Isolated from the rest of the country, the chaos-ridden city is ruled over by an autocratic governor (Izumiya Shigeru) who has forbidden all forms of entertainment including cinema. Timid movie lover Furuta (Wentz Eiji) and mischievous rocker Nitta (Nakao Akiyoshi), two peddling high school boys lost in the city's wasteland, gather forces and lead a youth rebellion against the governor.

Who’s in it. Captain Tokio stars Eiji Wentz as Furuta, Akiyoshi Nakao as Nitta, Ayako Fujitani as Café Gal Owner and Yuki Himura as Policeman, among others.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Captain Tokio (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Captain Tokio change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Captain Tokio?
Captain Tokio stars Eiji Wentz, Akiyoshi Nakao, Ayako Fujitani, Yuki Himura and Ichigo Iida.
When was Captain Tokio released?
Captain Tokio was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.