Izo
イゾー
“The world never can be changed.”
Synopsis
Izo is an assassin in the service of a Tosa lord and Imperial supporter. After killing dozens of the Shogun's men, Izo is captured and crucified. Instead of being extinguished, his rage propels him through the space-time continuum to present-day Tokyo. Here Izo transforms himself into a new, improved killing machine.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Izo (Japan 2004)_Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-01-19
Top Cast
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Kazuya Nakayama
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Kaori Momoi
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Ryôsuke Miki
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Masumi Okada
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Hiroshi Katsuno
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Masato
Ronin
Bob Sapp
Monk
Takeshi Kitano
Chancellor
Daijirō Harada
Judge
Yuya Uchida
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Taisaku Akino
Chisato Amate
Takeshi Caesar
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Mickey Curtis
Kenichi Endo
Ryuji Harada
Release History & Theatrical Window
Filmasia Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 28, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Takashi Miike
- Screenplay & Story
- Shigenori Takechi
- Original Score
- Koji Endo
- Original Title
- イゾー
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Production Studios
- KSS, Excellent Film, Izo Partners, Office Kitano
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Takashi Miike
Shigenori Takechi
Koji Endo
Nobuyuki Fukazawa
Yasushi Shimamura
Fujio Matsushima, Taizo Fukumaki
Department Leadership Roster
Nobuyuki Fukazawa
Director of Photography
Takashi Miike
Director
Koji Endo
Original Music Composer
Fujio Matsushima
Producer
Shigenori Takechi
Screenplay
Taizo Fukumaki
Producer
Yasushi Shimamura
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Izo.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Izo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Izo about?
Izo is an assassin in the service of a Tosa lord and Imperial supporter. After killing dozens of the Shogun's men, Izo is captured and crucified. Instead of being extinguished, his rage propels him through the space-time continuum to present-day Tokyo. Here Izo transforms himself into a new, improved killing machine.
Who directed Izo?
Izo was directed by Takashi Miike.
Who stars in Izo?
The principal cast of Izo includes Kazuya Nakayama, Kaori Momoi, Ryuhei Matsuda, Hiroki Matsukata, Ryôsuke Miki.
When was Izo released and how long is it?
Izo was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 2h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Izo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Izo was composed by Koji Endo.