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Death Note

2006 · 126 min · Director: Shusuke Kaneko

Death Note (2006) is a fantasy film, directed by Shusuke Kaneko. It stars Tatsuya Fujiwara and Kenichi Matsuyama. It explores the fragility and strength of family ties. The 126-minute film holds an audience score of 7.1/10.

What Death Note Is About

Shusuke Kaneko's 2006 film follows a law student who finds a notebook that kills whoever is named in it. He starts killing criminals. The police assign a detective to him. The film makes the duel of intelligence its real subject; the narrative watches each side calculate one move ahead. It is adapted from the manga of the same name. Tatsuya Fujiwara leads. A second part was made the same year. Who it's for: those who like tense games of intelligence. Who it's not for: viewers expecting a story that finishes in one film; this part breaks off midway.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Death Note about?

Shusuke Kaneko's 2006 film follows a law student who finds a notebook that kills whoever is named in it. He starts killing criminals.

Where can I watch Death Note?

Death Note isn't currently listed on major digital platforms. Availability can change over time. Check the "Where to Watch" section for the latest.

How long is Death Note?

Death Note runs for 126 minutes (2h 6m).

When did Death Note come out?

Death Note was released in 2006.

Who directed Death Note?

Death Note was directed by Shusuke Kaneko.

Who stars in Death Note?

Death Note stars Tatsuya Fujiwara, Kenichi Matsuyama, Asaka Seto, Shigeki Hosokawa.

What is Death Note's rating?

Death Note holds 7.5/10 on IMDb and 7.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 70 out of 100.

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