Doomed Megalopolis (1991): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1991, Doomed Megalopolis is a fantasy, horror and animation film directed by Rintaro, running about 175 minutes.

What it’s about. The plot concerns a spiritual battle being waged within the capital of Tokyo during the turn of the 20th century. In 1908, Japan is undergoing an enormous process of industrial renovation due the influence of radical western ideals. Technology and politics shift the country's emphasis more and more away from the traditions of the past, with Tokyo being the main center of this radical movement. At the same time, Yasumasa Hirai, an Onmyoji of the Tsuchimikado Family, has been called from Kyoto to Tokyo in order to participate in a secret meeting concerning plans to turn Tokyo into the most commercial and blessed city in all of Japan. Opposing Hirai is Yasunori Kato, an evil Onmyoji whose only desire is the complete destruction of Tokyo. Yasumasa Hirai and Kato Yasunori meet and fight for the future of Tokyo and the Japanese Empire.

Who’s in it. Doomed Megalopolis stars Yoko Asagami as Tatsumiya Keiko (voice), Koichi Yamadera as Junichi Narutaki (voice), Kyūsaku Shimada as Yasunori Katō (voice) and Gorō Naya as Yasumasa Hirai (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Doomed Megalopolis 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 Doomed Megalopolis page.

If you liked it. Fans of Doomed Megalopolis tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.