'Demon City' on Netflix: Cast, Trailer, Plot, Release Date And All We Know About The Japanese Flick

Published 02/01/2025, 11:25 PM EST

Netflix is soon to launch a dark and addictive thrill ride that will have you glued to your seat for certain. With non-stop action, raw emotion, and a relentless pursuit of vengeance, this movie is all that you ever dreamed oft. As soon as the first shot, you will become a part of a universe in which survival is a matter of life and death, and the lines between hero and villain get twisted in the most mind-blowing ways.

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind revenge story—Demon City brings an incredible cast that will keep you hooked every step of the way.

Demon City comes to Netflix with a star-studded cast

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Everyone is buzzing about the live-action reimagining of Oni Goroshi, which is to be released on Feb 27th with a mix of crime, vengeance, and deadly tension that brings first-class acting and a haunting soundtrack. Starring charismatic Toma Ikuta, who plays complex character Shuhei Sakata, a former hitman whose life crumbles when shadowy group Kimen-gumi targets him and his family for murder.

The ensemble is Japan’s finest, with standout performances for Masahiro Higashide, Masanobu Takashima, and Mio Tanaka in shadowy thugs working for an organization. Depth to the deadly plot comes in the form of experienced performers Naoto Takenaka and Matsuya Onoe, completing a talented group that brings life to such an exciting plot with standout performances.

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With such a strong cast, Demon City's storyline is no less fascinating, with twists and high-energy plot turns.

A tale of vengeance and hidden truths

At its core, Demon City puts forth a strong narrative of loss and retribution. Shuhei Sakata's life takes a horribly wrong turn when not only are his wife and daughter slaughtered by the Kimen-gumi, but they frame him for that murder. Shot in the head and left for dead, Sakata lives and emerges out of a twelve-year coma, only to have a repeat run-in with his arch-rival. Awakening triggers a primal urge in him, Sakata transforms into a retribution-seeking "demon" with an axe in tow, taking retribution for ruining his life.

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Set in rural city life in Shinjo, Demon City is under the direction of prize-winning director Seiji Tanaka. With its intense and raw action, Demon City introduces a new edge to redemption and justice. Demon City will premiere in late February, opening a thrill-filled year for Netflix. With more thrilling shows lined up, 2025 promises to keep us hooked all year long, ensuring there is no shortage of captivating content.

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