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Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins
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Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins

The journey begins.
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User Score914 ratings
TMDB 7.516+20122h 14mJapanese
AdventureActionFantasyWarHistory

Synopsis

In 1868, after the Bakumatsu war ends, the ex-assassin Kenshin Himura traverses Japan with an inverted sword, to defend the needy without killing.

Director
Keishi OtomoFrom TMDB credits
Studio
Studio Swan7 production companies
Release
August 25, 2012Released
Box Office
$62M

Top Cast

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Takeru Satoh
Takeru Satoh
Kenshin Himura
Emi Takei
Emi Takei
Kaoru Kamiya
Koji Kikkawa
Koji Kikkawa
Udo Jine
Yu Aoi
Yu Aoi
Megumi Takani
Munetaka Aoki
Munetaka Aoki
Sanosuke Sagara
Go Ayano
Go Ayano
Gein
Genki Sudo
Genki Sudo
Banjin Inui
Taketo Tanaka
Taketo Tanaka
Yahiko Myojin

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Alunauwie
Sep 30, 2025

Rurouni Kenshin: Origins brilliantly adapts the iconic manga into a cinematic masterpiece, with a compelling storyline, emotionally driven conflicts, and breathtaking action scenes. Supported by powerful performances—especially from Takeru Satoh—and immersive cinematography, the film offers a satisfying blend of heart and adrenaline. An absolute must-watch for action and manga fans alike. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

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