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20251h 11mJapan

Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1

法廷の死神 第1章

Synopsis

Attorney Noboru Shigami (Hitoshi Ozawa), known by the nickname “The Courtroom Reaper,” once served as legal counsel to a yakuza organization. Now, together with his assistant Koji Toda (Sho Aoyagi), he runs the Harukaze Law Office. Shigami is asked by Seigo Kishi (Shinzo Hotta), the first chairman of the Kishi-gumi, to defend Shinya Narumi (Masataka Fujishige), the wakagashira of the second-generation Kishi-gumi, who is currently undergoing mediation. Heading to court underprepared, Shigami faces prosecutor Mika Akiyama (Nagiko Tsuji). During the proceedings, he senses something off about Narumi’s testimony. Meanwhile, Toda uncovers new information about the Kishi-gumi, prompting Shigami to dig deeper into the truth behind the case.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Kiyoto Naruse
Screenplay & Story
Hitoshi Ozawa
Original Title
法廷の死神 第1章
Country of Origin
Japan
Spoken Languages
Japanese
Runtime
1h 11m
Production Studios
Rights Cube, G Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Kiyoto Naruse

Screenplay & Story

Hitoshi Ozawa

Department Leadership Roster

Kiyoto Naruse

Director

Hitoshi Ozawa

Hitoshi Ozawa

Screenplay

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Frequently Asked Questions About Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1 about?

Attorney Noboru Shigami (Hitoshi Ozawa), known by the nickname “The Courtroom Reaper,” once served as legal counsel to a yakuza organization. Now, together with his assistant Koji Toda (Sho Aoyagi), he runs the Harukaze Law Office. Shigami is asked by Seigo Kishi (Shinzo Hotta), the first chairman of the Kishi-gumi, to defend Shinya Narumi (Masataka Fujishige), the wakagashira of the second-generation Kishi-gumi, who is currently undergoing mediation. Heading to court underprepared, Shigami faces prosecutor Mika Akiyama (Nagiko Tsuji). During the proceedings, he senses something off about Narumi’s testimony. Meanwhile, Toda uncovers new information about the Kishi-gumi, prompting Shigami to dig deeper into the truth behind the case.

Who directed Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1?

Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1 was directed by Kiyoto Naruse.

Who stars in Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1?

The principal cast of Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1 includes Hitoshi Ozawa, Sho Aoyagi, Nagiko Tsuji, Ayane Nagabuchi, Yoshiyuki Yamaguchi.

When was Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1 released and how long is it?

Courtroom Reaper: Chapter 1 was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.