Sakamoto Days Live-Action Film Teaser Released

Thrilling Teaser for Sakamoto Days Live-Action Film

The highly anticipated teaser for the live-action movie adaptation of Yûichi Fukuda’s popular work Sakamoto Days has just been released. Clocking in at just thirty seconds, this brief glimpse immerses viewers in the chaotic and deadpan action that fans have come to love.

First Look at Taro Sakamoto

The teaser showcases Ren Meguro as Taro Sakamoto, a former elite hitman who has transformed into a soft-spoken store owner. His journey from fearsome assassin to family man is captured, bringing the vibrant essence of the original manga to life through powerful visuals. The film notably maintains a shot-for-shot recreation of Sakamoto Days' artistic style, complete with Sakamoto’s iconic opaque silver glasses.

Cast Highlights

The film's cast includes:

• Ren Meguro as Taro Sakamoto
• Aya Ueto as Aoi Sakamoto
• Fumiya Takahashi and Miyu Yoshimoto in supporting roles.

Sakamoto's character trades his weapons for everyday items in his peaceful life until a massive bounty disrupts his quiet existence, drawing unwanted attention from assassins worldwide.

Official Synopsis

The studio has provided an engaging synopsis: “Sakamoto Taro, the hitman hailed as ‘the strongest in history.’ One day, he fell in love and abruptly retired from killing. After marrying and having a daughter, Sakamoto became a local shop manager. Over the years, he has grown out of his former life, but when a billion yen bounty gets placed on him, chaos ensues.”

Release Information

Directed and written by Fukuda, known for previous hits like Gintama Live Action, the film is slated for release during Golden Week 2026 in Japan, making it a highly awaited event in the international film calendar. Currently, there is no information regarding a U.S. release.

Source: GeekTyrant