


American Yakuza at a glance
American Yakuza is a 1993 crime and action film, running 1h 36m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 18 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Pluto TV.
Rated 18 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1993-12-22
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Genres
- Crime, Action, Thriller
- Director
- Frank A. Cappello
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 5.8 / 10 · 77 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmWhen Nick Davis leaves prison after one year in solitairy, he is hired to operate a forklift in a warehouse in the harbor owned by the Japanese Yakuza patriarch Isshin Tendo. The place is assaulted by the Italian Mafia lead by Dino Campanela and Nick rescues and saves the life of Shuji Sawamoto, who is the representative of Yakuza interests in America. Shuji hires Nick to work for Yakuza and becomes his godfather in the family after his oath to join Yakuza. However, Nick is a lonely FBI undercover agent assigned to penetrate the criminal organization. When the FBI discovers that Campanela is organizing a massive attack to destroy the Yakuza, Nick's boss Littman calls off the operation to leave the dirty work to the Italian Mafia. But the connection of Nick with Shuji and his goddaughter Yuko forces him to help his Japanese family.
Cast
14 names
Viggo MortensenNick Davis / David Brandt
Ryo IshibashiShuji Sawamoto
Michael NouriDino Campanela
Franklyn AjayeSam
Yuji OkumotoKazuo
Anzu LawsonYuko
Robert ForsterLittman
John FujiokaIsshin Tendo
Nicky KattVic
Jimmy TaenakaTaka
Saiko IsshikiAya
Rosine 'Ace' HatemAgent #1Questions about American Yakuza
Quick answersWhere can I watch American Yakuza in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, American Yakuza is listed on Pluto TV. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is American Yakuza suitable for children?
American Yakuza is rated 18 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is American Yakuza about?
When Nick Davis leaves prison after one year in solitairy, he is hired to operate a forklift in a warehouse in the harbor owned by the Japanese Yakuza patriarch Isshin Tendo. The place is assaulted by the Italian Mafia lead by Dino Campanela and Nick rescues and saves the life of Shuji Sawamoto, who is the…
How long is American Yakuza?
American Yakuza runs for 1h 36m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the American Yakuza trailer?
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