AUM: The Cult at the End of the World
Synopsis
The shocking story of Aum Shinrikyo, the doomsday cult that unleashed a deadly nerve gas in Tokyo’s subway system in 1995. Founded by disillusioned yoga teacher Shoko Asahara, Aum transformed into a terrorist organization while Japan’s police and media turned a blind eye. Featuring rare archival footage and an interview with one of Asahara’s former high-ranking disciples. A Sundance premiere.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-02-27
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 9 DaysNippon Connection Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 19, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 28, 2025
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ben Braun, Chiaki Yanagimoto
- Original Title
- AUM: The Cult at the End of the World
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Fifth Season, Submarine Deluxe, Greenwich Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ben Braun, Chiaki Yanagimoto
Keita Ideno
Josh Braun, Ben Braun, Rick Brookwell, Chiaki Yanagimoto, Dan Braun
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Braun
Director
Chiaki Yanagimoto
Director
Josh Braun
Producer
Ben Braun
Producer
Keita Ideno
Editor
Rick Brookwell
Producer
Chiaki Yanagimoto
Producer
Dan Braun
Producer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is AUM: The Cult at the End of the World about?
The shocking story of Aum Shinrikyo, the doomsday cult that unleashed a deadly nerve gas in Tokyo’s subway system in 1995. Founded by disillusioned yoga teacher Shoko Asahara, Aum transformed into a terrorist organization while Japan’s police and media turned a blind eye. Featuring rare archival footage and an interview with one of Asahara’s former high-ranking disciples. A Sundance premiere.
Who directed AUM: The Cult at the End of the World?
AUM: The Cult at the End of the World was directed by Ben Braun, Chiaki Yanagimoto.
Who stars in AUM: The Cult at the End of the World?
The principal cast of AUM: The Cult at the End of the World includes Shoko Asahara, Takeshi Kitano, Mikhail Gorbachev, Ronald Reagan, Donald Trump.
When was AUM: The Cult at the End of the World released and how long is it?
AUM: The Cult at the End of the World was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for AUM: The Cult at the End of the World?
AUM: The Cult at the End of the World holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).