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Akira (25th Anniversary Edition) [Blu-ray + DVD]

Katsuhiro Otomo (Director) Rated: R (Restricted) Format: Blu-ray
4.6 out of 5 stars 7,430 ratings
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Genre Children
Format NTSC, Subtitled
Contributor Katsuhiro Otomo
Initial release date 2013-11-12
Language English, Japanese
Runtime 2 hours and 4 minutes
Studio Funimation
Subtitle English
Colour Color
Number of discs 2
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Neo-Tokyo is about to explode!

"Style and substance run neck and neck in this thrilling, bold landmark film that just refuses to become dated." - The Guardian

"Accept no substitutes; 23 years on, Akira is still the genre's crowning achievement." - Total Film

"A phenomenal work of animation with all the hallmarks of an instant cult classic." - New York Times

"Easily the most breathtaking and kinetic anime ever made." - Village Voice

Product description

Akira isn¡¯t just a movie ¨C it¡¯s the genesis of a genre. Katsuhiro Otomo¡¯s landmark cyberpunk classic obliterated the boundaries of Japanese animation and forced the world to look into the future. Akira¡¯s arrival shattered traditional thinking, creating space for movies like the The Matrix to be dreamed into brutal reality. Without Kaneda and Tetsuo, without espers and psionic assassins, without that badass motorcycle ¨C our world would be a far less exciting place to exist.

But the manga became the movie and the movie became a phenomenon and the world took notice. Now, Akira is everywhere. If you can¡¯t see it in the streets ¨C if you can¡¯t feel it crawling around inside your brain ¨C then you have yet to be initiated. What. Are. You. Waiting. For?

Main Feature Run Time: 124 minutes
Special Features Run Time: 95 minutes

Product details

  • Aspect Ratio ‏ : ‎ 1.78:1
  • Is discontinued by manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English, Japanese
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1.78 x 19.05 x 13.72 cm; 0.28 g
  • Audio Description: ‏ : ‎ English
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 28935078
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Katsuhiro Otomo
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ NTSC, Subtitled
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 2 hours and 4 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ Nov. 12 2013
  • Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ English
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English (Dolby Digital 2.0)
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Funimation
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00ENNA62W
  • Country of origin ‏ : ‎ Canada
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 7,430 ratings

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Customers find the movie to be a classic and one of the greatest anime movies of all time. They appreciate the picture quality, saying it's very well-done and impressive on every level. Customers also appreciate the animation and playability. However, some customers differ on the audio quality.

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45 customers mention "Classic"45 positive0 negative

Customers find the movie to be a classic and one of the greatest anime movies of all time. They say it's a must-buy for fans of the film and one of their favorite movies growing up. They describe it as awesome, full of action, and violent.

"Akira on Blu-ray is a visually stunning upgrade to this groundbreaking anime classic...." Read more

"...Though gifted with a gripping and compelling story, there are some very grotesque and striking visuals...." Read more

"This is one of the highest rated Anime movies. I really enjoyed it. I highly recommend this movie and it¡¯s worth adding to your collection." Read more

"One of my favorite movies growing up. Never been another movie like this. The DVD itself came in good condition. No complaints at all." Read more

30 customers mention "Picture quality"25 positive5 negative

Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the product. They mention it's a milestone in graphic achievement and a beautiful edition of Akira. Customers also appreciate the vibrant colors and crystal-sharp presentation. They also mention the movie has hand-drawn details and is a gorgeous transfer of one of the most important animated films in history.

"Akira on Blu-ray is a visually stunning upgrade to this groundbreaking anime classic...." Read more

"...Finally, I understood and knew that anime, in its beautiful, hand drawn details, as well as gripping stories... was an art...." Read more

"this 4K HDR version is a huge upgrade to the blu ray that I own. richer colors and cleaner visuals with less artifacts and grain...." Read more

"...So I bought the regular version instead. Picture: The color was vibrant and crystal sharp!..." Read more

22 customers mention "Quality"22 positive0 negative

Customers like the quality of the movie. They mention it's well-done, impressive on every level, and a mega manga. Some also say it's an ultimate achievement in art and commerce.

"...The film¡¯s action, animation, and thought-provoking story hold up remarkably well, even decades after its release...." Read more

"...knew that anime, in its beautiful, hand drawn details, as well as gripping stories... was an art. Cue what started a hobby and passion of mine...." Read more

"...It's perfection. I got the 4k/Bluray combo on Prime Day for a huge discount and I couldn't be happier...." Read more

"...I didn't understand what was going on, but I thought it was an amazing piece of work all the same...." Read more

9 customers mention "Animation"9 positive0 negative

Customers like the animation of the movie. They mention it's great for its time.

"...The film¡¯s action, animation, and thought-provoking story hold up remarkably well, even decades after its release...." Read more

"...of paint in the traditionally painted backgrounds and the details in the animations cels...." Read more

"...The 4K presentation is crystal clear and it is probably the best animated feature I have ever seen...." Read more

"...every little aspect of this film; the AMAZINGLY DETAILED AND FLUID animation (seriously, it's like Stanley Kubrick went on to animation or something)..." Read more

8 customers mention "Playability"6 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the playability of the movie. They mention it works great and the Blu-ray disc itself is flawless.

"...original HD restoration, and features on the music of Akira are all great, in-depth, and substantial but not new to this latest release...." Read more

"...Both formats work great." Read more

"Bought it. Couldn¡¯t play. From Canada. Dang." Read more

"10/10 amazing movie and the blu ray disc itself was flawless, no complaints whatsoever. spent my night trippin balls watching this beauty." Read more

8 customers mention "Sound quality"8 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the movie. They mention the music is great and the iconic soundtrack is crystal clear.

"...world of Neo-Tokyo to life with incredible detail, and the sound design, including the iconic soundtrack, is crystal clear...." Read more

"...good voice acting, fantastic story, good characters, unique soundtrack, and unforgettable images and action sequences...." Read more

"It is my first animation when I was 10yrs old. I love the tracks in the soundtrack and glad to have this Blueray as my collection...." Read more

"...makes for the high price but for the audiophile in me the sound was truly amazing even if it is in Japanese Dolby True HD (with english subtitles)...." Read more

6 customers mention "Audio quality"4 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the audio quality of the product. Some mention the audio is great, while others say the Japanese audio track is low.

"While a pricey pickup, it was worth it for the high resolution 24/192 sound...." Read more

"...Includes Hypersound 192Khz audio. Released in 1988 with a $11 million budget. A must view Blu-ray." Read more

"excellent sound and video..." Read more

"...up to par with modern home video standards, the audio has not been remixed into Dolby Atmos; it's still Dolby TrueHD 5.1, so home theater owners..." Read more

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Akira has never looked this good
this 4K HDR version is a huge upgrade to the blu ray that I own. richer colors and cleaner visuals with less artifacts and grain. Words can't do enough to describe it so here's a side by side comparison I took on my LG C9 OLED TV. I think it'll be obvious which is 1080p blu ray and which is 4K HDR blu ray. (keep in mind that my Google Pixel phone enhanced the colors of the photos, the colors of the 1080p don't look that rich in real life)
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  • GOODBYE
    5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless Classic
    Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2024
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    Akira on Blu-ray is a visually stunning upgrade to this groundbreaking anime classic. The high-definition transfer brings the vibrant, dystopian world of Neo-Tokyo to life with incredible detail, and the sound design, including the iconic soundtrack, is crystal clear. The film¡¯s action, animation, and thought-provoking story hold up remarkably well, even decades after its release. For fans of cyberpunk and anime, this Blu-ray is a must-have, offering an immersive experience of one of the most influential films in the genre. A flawless presentation of a timeless masterpiece.
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  • Chelsea Dreher
    5.0 out of 5 stars Before there was Totoro... there was Akira
    Reviewed in Canada on January 11, 2015
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    This movie was the first thing that I ever saw as a child, that turned me on to the anime genre. I watched it when I was around 8 or 9, (against my mother's wishes, of course-- as she felt that it might be too violent/graphic for my little mind and eyes to see.) Thankfully though, I rebelled... and watched it with my uncle. My views on anime were forever changed. Up until viewing Akira, I had only experienced things like Pokemon, Digimon, and of course, Sailor Moon. Not that these shows were now terrible or anything, but these shows were for young kids, and even though I was still in the young kid category... I had moved on to bigger and greener pastures. Though Pokemon and company did have action, and sometimes (to small children) emotional moments, it was nothing compared to what I had just witnessed with Akira. Finally, I understood and knew that anime, in its beautiful, hand drawn details, as well as gripping stories... was an art. Cue what started a hobby and passion of mine. Japan was daring to show audiences something that nobody else could even attempt-- to the utmost degree. As an avid fan of the anime genre, I would say that Akira is required viewing. However, be warned, as this story is not for the faint of heart. Though gifted with a gripping and compelling story, there are some very grotesque and striking visuals. When it comes to the argument of original sub over English dub, I'd have to say I'm a sub fan, but the dub was very watch-able as well, and I did enjoy it. Just go with whatever you prefer. In this edition, however-- you are given a couple of options. If you're a long time fan, the original dub is available, along with a 2001 re-release dub starring Johnny Yong Bosch, and Joshua Seth. The re-release dub is more on par as to what is being spoken in the original Japanese sub. It had been a while since I had watched this gem of a film again, and was more than satisfied with it. As the film that is often viewed as the one that started it al with having anime become more mainstream, along with that iconic red motorbike, if you are an anime fan and you haven't already... please, go and watch this great film.
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  • Mike
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Anime Movie Ever!
    Reviewed in Canada on September 9, 2024
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    I feel as if computer animation has taken the soul out of anime movies. This is why Akira is so good. It represents the pinnacle of what a hand drawn anime project can be. The effort and detail that was put into this movie will never be surpassed in entertainment. There will never be another movie that can match the vibe of Akira. It's perfection. I got the 4k/Bluray combo on Prime Day for a huge discount and I couldn't be happier. When I show my friends how good it is it makes them jealous!
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  • Jason Garrett
    5.0 out of 5 stars One Of The Best Anime Movies!
    Reviewed in Canada on November 13, 2024
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    This is one of the highest rated Anime movies. I really enjoyed it. I highly recommend this movie and it¡¯s worth adding to your collection.
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  • John
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect.
    Reviewed in Canada on August 18, 2024
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    One of my favorite movies growing up. Never been another movie like this. The DVD itself came in good condition. No complaints at all.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
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    Reviewed in Canada on August 18, 2024
    One of my favorite movies growing up. Never been another movie like this. The DVD itself came in good condition. No complaints at all.
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  • Alexander
    5.0 out of 5 stars Akira has never looked this good
    Reviewed in Canada on January 3, 2024
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    this 4K HDR version is a huge upgrade to the blu ray that I own. richer colors and cleaner visuals with less artifacts and grain.

    Words can't do enough to describe it so here's a side by side comparison I took on my LG C9 OLED TV. I think it'll be obvious which is 1080p blu ray and which is 4K HDR blu ray. (keep in mind that my Google Pixel phone enhanced the colors of the photos, the colors of the 1080p don't look that rich in real life)
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    Alexander
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Akira has never looked this good

    Reviewed in Canada on January 3, 2024
    this 4K HDR version is a huge upgrade to the blu ray that I own. richer colors and cleaner visuals with less artifacts and grain.

    Words can't do enough to describe it so here's a side by side comparison I took on my LG C9 OLED TV. I think it'll be obvious which is 1080p blu ray and which is 4K HDR blu ray. (keep in mind that my Google Pixel phone enhanced the colors of the photos, the colors of the 1080p don't look that rich in real life)
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  • Wayne Santos
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Decently Priced 4K Reissue
    Reviewed in Canada on January 19, 2022
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    This is not the first time Akira has been released on 4K, but this is the time when there will be fewer headaches for fans. This 4K version of Akira appears to be the same release as the previous one that came out last year. However, the biggest difference is this time, the disc actually is 4K and HDR, whereas the initial batch in the previous release was 4K but lacked the HDR color boost and required exchanges from unhappy customers to get it.

    This is also at a lower price than the initial release, reflecting the fact that this is NOT a special collector's edition and that fans are getting extras, but not any brand new extras exclusive to this latest release.

    So what do people get with this? The 4K/HDR image is fantastic and, as hoped, the best the movie has ever looked as the sharpness of 4K brings out the texture of paint in the traditionally painted backgrounds and the details in the animations cels. The HDR, however, really boosts the colors, especially the reds in Kaneda's jacket and bike or the highlights of headlights on motorcycles in the many vehicle scenes. Overall, it's a boost from the original Blu-Ray release, but not so dramatic that BD owners necessarily need to ditch their disc and upgrade to this one. Some Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) has been applied here, so if you love grain in your image, you're not seeing a ton of it here.

    Where the latest home video version falters for some is in the audio. While the 4K/HDR brings the film's visual quality up to par with modern home video standards, the audio has not been remixed into Dolby Atmos; it's still Dolby TrueHD 5.1, so home theater owners with an Atmos setup won't get any benefits here, which is a shame since some of the action sequences in Akira would have benefited enormously from a new Dolby Atmos sound stage. The mix present, though, is pretty aggressive and makes use of the surrounds a lot, especially with the soundtrack. However, audio purists who need the absolute highest quality audio won't get that here, as the Japanese version uses higher quality audio compared to the Western release. If that needing the absolute highest audio bitrate possible is something that matters to you, get the Japanese 4K release, not this Western one.

    However, the audio is also presented in the original Japanese language track, as well as the original 1988 English dub and the newer dub done for the blu-ray remaster several years ago. The 5.1 mix is still good and will shake the room for those with the subwoofers to handle it, but it's the same mix we've heard before.

    The same is true for the extras, all sourced from previous versions and included on the second disc in the set, the blu-ray 1080p version of the film. Director interviews, documentaries about the original HD restoration, and features on the music of Akira are all great, in-depth, and substantial but not new to this latest release.

    All in all, this is a reasonably priced, standard consumer, non-collectors version of a giant in anime film history. The image quality is top-tier, the audio is great, but not Dolby Atmos, and the features are comprehensive but not new. At this price, however, it's a must-own for fans that haven't yet upgraded to a 4K version and want it. If Dolby Atmos isn't a huge priority for you, this is a great addition.
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  • Marc Wiesner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Klassiker
    Reviewed in Germany on May 15, 2025
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    Einfach super film :)
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Very happy
    Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2025
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    4k bluray works as intended, very happy
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on May 30, 2021
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    Een can die beste movie allertijden
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Akira
    Reviewed in France on November 24, 2024
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    Tout simplement culte ! ¨¤ avoir dans sa collection (a regarder en japonais bien sur)
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