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Battle Royale (2000)

Japanese action film directed by Kinji Fukasaku

Film facts

Runtime
1h 53m 113 min
Released
16 December 2000
Language
Japanese

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

Battle Royale has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes (113 min). The Japanese film released on 16 December 2000. It is directed by Kinji Fukasaku and stars Tatsuya Fujiwara, Aki Maeda and Tarō Yamamoto.

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Katsumi Yanagishima
Produced by
Kenta Fukasaku
Production
WOWOW
Distribution
Toei Company, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Budget
$4.5 million
Box office
$958,989
Based on
Battle Royale
Country
Japan

Release and where to watch

In theatres
16 December 2000
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Battle Royale?

Battle Royale has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes, or 113 min.

When did Battle Royale release?

Battle Royale released on 16 December 2000.

Who directed Battle Royale?

Battle Royale is directed by Kinji Fukasaku.

Who is in the cast of Battle Royale?

The cast of Battle Royale includes Tatsuya Fujiwara, Aki Maeda, Tarō Yamamoto, Masanobu Andō, Kō Shibasaki and Chiaki Kuriyama.

Where can I watch Battle Royale online?

Battle Royale streams on Netflix.

How much did Battle Royale earn at the box office?

Battle Royale grossed $958,989 on a budget of $4.5 million.

Is Battle Royale based on a true story or a book?

Battle Royale is based on Battle Royale.

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Updated 4 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.