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Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins

PG-1320122h 14mKeishi Otomo
IMDb 7.4
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"The journey begins."

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

AdventureActionFantasyWarHistory
JapanAssassinSamuraiBased On MangaJidaigekiShinsengumi19th CenturyMeiji PeriodBakumatsuAmused

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Frequently asked questions

What is Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins (2012) about?

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

Who stars in Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins?

Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins stars Takeru Satoh (Kenshin Himura), Emi Takei (Kaoru Kamiya), Koji Kikkawa (Udo Jine), Yu Aoi (Megumi Takani), Munetaka Aoki (Sanosuke Sagara). The film was directed by Keishi Otomo.

How long is Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins?

Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2012. It is rated PG-13.

Is Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins worth watching?

Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. Fans of Adventure, Action, Fantasy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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