Akira
AKIRA
A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop.
Where to stream Akira
Streaming now in the United States on Crunchyroll.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
Trailers and promos
AKIRA returns in 4K to UK cinemas 17th April
In Cinemas October 22
25th Anniversary Edition - Trailer
Limelight
Discover, track, and enjoy the best movies and shows
Save what you want to watch, see where it streams, and get notified the moment it lands on a service you pay for. Ratings from IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic for every title, and recommendations that learn what you like. No ads.
On Mac
iPhone
iPad
Mac
More like Akira
Frequently asked questions about Akira
Where can I watch Akira in the United States?
Akira is available to stream on Crunchyroll in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Akira for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Akira needs a subscription to Crunchyroll, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Akira?
Akira scores 7.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Akira?
Akira stars Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama, Taro Ishida, and Mizuho Suzuki. Katsuhiro Otomo is the director.
How long is Akira?
Akira runs 2h 4m (124 minutes).
When did Akira come out?
Akira was released on July 16, 1988.
Which studio made Akira?
Akira was produced by MBS, Sumitomo Corporation, and TOHO in Japan.
What was the budget for Akira?
Akira was made on a budget of $5,700,000.
How much did Akira make at the box office?
Akira grossed $56,725,538 worldwide, against a budget of $5,700,000.
What language is Akira in?
Akira is in Japanese, and its original title is AKIRA.
Ratings and metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked October 2026.