When did Akira come out?

Akira was released in US theaters on September 4, 2026.

Yes. Akira is streaming on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel in the US.

Akira runs 2h 4m (124 minutes).

Akira was directed by Katsuhiro Otomo.

Akira stars Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama and Taro Ishida.

Akira

Name: Akira
Genre: Animation, Science Fiction, Action
Released: 2026-09-04
Duration: 2 h 4 min
Cast: Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama, Taro Ishida, Mizuho Suzuki

September 4, 20262h 4mR

“Neo-Tokyo is about to E.X.P.L.O.D.E.”

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.

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Movie Details

Rated: R
Runtime: 2h 4m
Director: Katsuhiro Otomo
Written by: Izo Hashimoto, Katsuhiro Otomo
Budget: $6 million
Box office (worldwide): $57 million

US release dates

In theaters (limited): December 25, 1989
In theaters: September 4, 2026
Blu-ray / DVD: November 4, 1992

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Quick Answers

When did Akira come out?: Akira was released in US theaters on September 4, 2026.
Is Akira streaming?: Yes. Akira is streaming on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel in the US.
How long is Akira?: Akira runs 2h 4m (124 minutes).
What is Akira rated?: Akira is rated R in the US.
Who directed Akira?: Akira was directed by Katsuhiro Otomo.
Who stars in Akira?: Akira stars Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama and Taro Ishida.