Tsukasa Hojo's timeless series City Hunter is back in the public eye thanks to the recent live-action film on Netflix. To celebrate Ryo and Kaori's return to the limelight, the Hands Omiya store in Saitama will be hosting a pop-up shop full of retro-styled merch and apparel. City Hunter ~Shinjuku City Pop~ unites the series with an 80s city pop vibe. Lots of goods will be available, including stylish retro tees: Related: What Makes City Hunter Such a Timeless Show? Other goods will also be available, including keyrings, acrylic stands, and record-shaped coasters: Related: City Hunter Live-Action Film Releases Action-Packed Main Trailer A full product listing can be found on the pop-up shop's online store . The goods will be sold at Hands Omiya from May 21 to June 18. Revisit a classic: watch the original City Hunter anime right here on Crunchyroll ! Ryo Saeba, the legendary City Hunter, is a first-class sweeper for hire,...
- 5/12/2024
- by Kara Dennison
- Crunchyroll
Yuichi Sato's energetic flick “City Hunter” is loud, explosive, and in your face. Yet, it knows that, embracing it in a wildly entertaining experience. While many recent Netflix manga/anime adaptations have missed the mark, this movie does Tsukasa Hojo's source material justice, while taking a few creative liberties to tweak aspects for a modern audience. The film has garnered a positive reception from longtime fans of the “City Hunter” franchise, as well as newcomers, being highlighted as the definitive live-action adaptation next to the French version “Nicky Larson et le parfum de Cupidon” by Philippe Lacheau. It is funny to consider it took this long for Japan to adapt Hojo's work for non-animated media, with many prior renditions primarily coming from Hong Kong, the most famous being Wong Jing's “City Hunter” starring Jackie Chan.
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- 5/9/2024
- by Sean Barry
- AsianMoviePulse
Since its creation in 1985, the City Hunter manga has spawned multiple adaptations, from TV anime to live-action movies. Tsukasa Hojo’s manga is a timeless tale of a character who wants to do good in a world full of bad without getting sucked into violence or vengeance. The Story is Simple Ryo Saeba loves women but can be perceived as harassing in some ways. He says he accepts any mission as long as his heart is moved (or as long as the client is a beautiful woman), but what makes the character so simple to understand is that he deeply cares. Behind his pervy looks, he always does the right thing. His backstory is neither the funniest nor the prettiest; he lived to kill, and yet he chose to become a Pi to maintain some justice in the dark alleys of Shinjuku. With the manga, the anime, the animated features...
- 5/5/2024
- by Mohamed Mir
- Crunchyroll
City Hunter is an action comedy film directed by Yûichi Satô from a screenplay by Tsukasa Hôjô and Tatsuro Mishima. Based on a popular manga series of the same name by Tsukasa Hojo, the Netflix film follows the story of a private investigator as he teams up with his late partner’s sister to solve his mysterious murder which is connected to a deadly conspiracy. So, if you loved the style, humor, action, and philandering ways of Ryo Saeba in City Hunter, here are some similar films you could watch next.
City Hunter Credit – Golden Harvest
31 years before Suzuki Ryohei took on the role of the philandering Ryo Saeba, the legendary Jackie Chan also starred as the main character in another adaptation of the popular manga by Tsukasa Hojo. Directed by Jing Wong, the 1993 film follows the story of a lustful private investigator who is searching for a missing girl...
City Hunter Credit – Golden Harvest
31 years before Suzuki Ryohei took on the role of the philandering Ryo Saeba, the legendary Jackie Chan also starred as the main character in another adaptation of the popular manga by Tsukasa Hojo. Directed by Jing Wong, the 1993 film follows the story of a lustful private investigator who is searching for a missing girl...
- 5/5/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
The latest City Hunter live-action film made its worldwide debut on Netflix on April 25, 2024, and actor Suzuki Ryohei’s portrayal of the Saeba Ryo in the film has captured the hearts of the audiences worldwide, with many praising him for the accurate depiction of the iconic character.
Turns out Suzuki went above and beyond to prepare for the role of Ryo Saeba in the film, with the aim of preserving the essence of the original manga while infusing the adaptation with realism and entertainment fit for a live-action film.
One of the most demanding aspects of the role for Suzuki was mastering the intricacies of firearm combat.
During filming, Suzuki tackled six types of firearms, practicing extensively with model guns to ensure seamless handling on set. But his dedication didn’t stop there. To truly understand the nuances of gun handling and recoil, Suzuki underwent four to five days of intensive training abroad,...
Turns out Suzuki went above and beyond to prepare for the role of Ryo Saeba in the film, with the aim of preserving the essence of the original manga while infusing the adaptation with realism and entertainment fit for a live-action film.
One of the most demanding aspects of the role for Suzuki was mastering the intricacies of firearm combat.
During filming, Suzuki tackled six types of firearms, practicing extensively with model guns to ensure seamless handling on set. But his dedication didn’t stop there. To truly understand the nuances of gun handling and recoil, Suzuki underwent four to five days of intensive training abroad,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Netflix obviously benefited from the viewing numbers of the mixedly-received Avatar: The Last Airbender and Parasyte: The Grey, which gained almost perfect reviews. The current trend for the live-action manga adaptations is continued by the platform’s new top tier movie, which is now holding the fourth place in its global chart.
Its plot revolves around the private detective Ryo Saeba investigating the mysterious murders in Tokyo committed by presumably supernatural creatures. Apart from his main occupation, Ryo is also much into being a wannabe ladies' man.
Nevertheless, his usual way of life changes when his favorite co-worker Hideyuki becomes the victim of a relentless serial killer, forcing Ryo to redefine his values and to delve into this case deeper. It’s also supported by his new annoying partner in the process, Hideyuki's sister Kaori, who seems to be the exact opposite of the detective.
We’re talking about City Hunter,...
Its plot revolves around the private detective Ryo Saeba investigating the mysterious murders in Tokyo committed by presumably supernatural creatures. Apart from his main occupation, Ryo is also much into being a wannabe ladies' man.
Nevertheless, his usual way of life changes when his favorite co-worker Hideyuki becomes the victim of a relentless serial killer, forcing Ryo to redefine his values and to delve into this case deeper. It’s also supported by his new annoying partner in the process, Hideyuki's sister Kaori, who seems to be the exact opposite of the detective.
We’re talking about City Hunter,...
- 4/29/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
There’s something strange happening in the streets of Tokyo. People with superhuman strength and a lust for blood are attacking others left and right — and crime fighter Ryo Saeba is on the case. Ryo, a private eye and wannabe ladies man, just lost his friend and co-worker Hideyuki to one of these possessed assailants. Whatever’s causing these assaults — drugs? a virus? — Ryo’s determined to figure it out… no matter how many dangerous men he has to kick square in the face. That is, if he can tolerate his unofficial new parter Kaori, Hideyuki’s pesky sister.
The Japanese live-action — and action-packed — adaptation City Hunter, based on the serial manga by Tsukasa Hōjō, stars Ryohei Suzuki, Misato Morita, and Masanobu Andô. It was directed by Yuichi Satoh and written by Tatsuro Mishima (Yu Yu Hakusho, Zom 100: Bucket List of the...
The Japanese live-action — and action-packed — adaptation City Hunter, based on the serial manga by Tsukasa Hōjō, stars Ryohei Suzuki, Misato Morita, and Masanobu Andô. It was directed by Yuichi Satoh and written by Tatsuro Mishima (Yu Yu Hakusho, Zom 100: Bucket List of the...
- 4/25/2024
- by Ingrid Ostby
- Tudum - Netflix
City Hunter is a Japanese movie on Netflix directed by Yuichi Satoh and written by Tatsuro Mishima. It stars Ryohei Suzuki and Misato Morita.
Do you enjoy comedies that actually make you laugh? Yes, it sounds simple, straightforward, and pretty obvious, but they’re becoming increasingly rare. “City Hunter” stands out as one of those unique comedies crafted purely for entertainment, centered around a charismatic lead who’s somewhat of a superhero with a penchant for stripping and partying hard.
In the midst of his wild lifestyle, he finds himself on a mission to solve his friend’s murder.
City Hunter Plot
Ryo Saeba, a private detective, spends his off-hours mingling in Kyoto’s clubs and flirting away. His life takes a dramatic turn when his partner is murdered, linking back to a drug that grants extraordinary physical strength to its users but at the cost of driving them utterly insane.
Do you enjoy comedies that actually make you laugh? Yes, it sounds simple, straightforward, and pretty obvious, but they’re becoming increasingly rare. “City Hunter” stands out as one of those unique comedies crafted purely for entertainment, centered around a charismatic lead who’s somewhat of a superhero with a penchant for stripping and partying hard.
In the midst of his wild lifestyle, he finds himself on a mission to solve his friend’s murder.
City Hunter Plot
Ryo Saeba, a private detective, spends his off-hours mingling in Kyoto’s clubs and flirting away. His life takes a dramatic turn when his partner is murdered, linking back to a drug that grants extraordinary physical strength to its users but at the cost of driving them utterly insane.
- 4/25/2024
- by Veronica Loop
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
Netflix has released a main trailer for the upcoming live-action film adaptation of Tsukasa Hojo's City Hunter action comedy manga series. As with the teaser , the clip features the film's ending theme song, "Get Wild Continual" by Tm Network , a new version of the TV anime's iconic first ending theme, "Get Wild." As the tenth single of the band, the original EP single of the song was released in Japan on April 8, 1987, so The Japan Anniversary Association officially recognized today, April 8 as "Get Wild Day" in 2023. Main visual The City Hunter original manga author Tsukasa Hojo provided his comments on Netflix Japan's official Twitter account . - What did you think of the Netflix movie "City Hunter"? It was fun and really interesting. This is the first time that the manga has gotten its live-action adaptation in Japan, and I think I understand why overseas fans say '"t has to be in Shinjuku.
- 4/8/2024
- by Mikikazu Komatsu
- Crunchyroll
While "Dune: Part Two" continues to dominate the box office, Netflix is bringing a whole lot of new titles to the platform -- and we're doing our best to make sure that not all of them get lost in the algorithm.
This April, Netflix is bringing some highly anticipated titles, including what was once meant to be a spin-off of "Doom Patrol" (the best superhero show that isn't a superhero show), a brand new anime from the studio behind "Ranking of Kings," and not one but two live-action adaptations of beloved manga — including one created by the director of "Train to Busan."
Because of the almighty algorithm, it can be hard to filter through the many titles getting released on streaming every week, let alone know they even exist. That's what this guide is for, as we go through our top picks for what we're hoping are some of the...
This April, Netflix is bringing some highly anticipated titles, including what was once meant to be a spin-off of "Doom Patrol" (the best superhero show that isn't a superhero show), a brand new anime from the studio behind "Ranking of Kings," and not one but two live-action adaptations of beloved manga — including one created by the director of "Train to Busan."
Because of the almighty algorithm, it can be hard to filter through the many titles getting released on streaming every week, let alone know they even exist. That's what this guide is for, as we go through our top picks for what we're hoping are some of the...
- 3/22/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
The official Twitter account of Netflix Japan unveiled a teaser trailer for the upcoming City Hunter Live-Action Film on March 15, 2024. The teaser previews the film’s ending theme song “Get Wild Continual,” performed by rock music band Tm Network.
Get Wild Continual is a new version of the anime’s very first ending theme song “Get Wild” performed by the same band.
Tm Network expressed their enthusiasm on being able to be a part of the franchise again, stating, “The ending song for a story that is both hard-boiled and comical, and seems to go on and on without end. Anyway, we aimed to create an enchanting sound that makes Ryo Saeba seem both closer and farther away. And finally, with great anticipation, the world premiere through live-action adaptation! Who would have thought that Tm Network’s “Get Wild” would be there to accompany us as the ending theme song.
Get Wild Continual is a new version of the anime’s very first ending theme song “Get Wild” performed by the same band.
Tm Network expressed their enthusiasm on being able to be a part of the franchise again, stating, “The ending song for a story that is both hard-boiled and comical, and seems to go on and on without end. Anyway, we aimed to create an enchanting sound that makes Ryo Saeba seem both closer and farther away. And finally, with great anticipation, the world premiere through live-action adaptation! Who would have thought that Tm Network’s “Get Wild” would be there to accompany us as the ending theme song.
- 3/15/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Netflix has released a teaser trailer for the upcoming live-action film adaptation of Tsukasa Hojo's City Hunter action comedy manga series. The clip features the film's ending theme song, "Get Wild Continual" by Tm Network , a new version of the TV anime's iconic first ending theme, "Get Wild." "This is the ending theme for a story that is both hard-boiled and comical, and seems to go on and on without end," Tm Network's keyboardist, Tetsuya Komuro said. "Anyway, we aimed to create an enchanting sound that would make Ryo Saeba seem closer and farther away. And now, the live-action version is ready for worldwide streaming! I never thought Tm Network's 'Get Wild' would be able to lean on the series as the ending theme to this day. I am grateful to everyone who continues to nurture this song, which will surely make me take another step forward." Tm Network...
- 3/15/2024
- by Mikikazu Komatsu
- Crunchyroll
If you ever asked an anime fan about their views on a live-action adaptation of their favorite anime or manga series, you wouldn’t get a positive response from them. Live-action adaptations have always managed to disappoint fans and have never been liked by fans until Netlfix’s One Piece live-action came and changed the scene.
Poster of City-Hunter
Following the success of One Piece, there has been a surge of live-action, and one of the most acclaimed manga series, City Hunter, is getting its own live-action adaptation, which will be released on Netflix on April 25, 2024. Netflix recently released information about two more cast members and they are Masanobu Ando and Fumino Kimura.
Netflix’s City Hunter Live-Action adaptation cast members revealed
Live-action adaptations are the new trend in the entertainment industry, as many fan-favorite anime and manga franchises are getting adapted into movies and the characters are being brought to television,...
Poster of City-Hunter
Following the success of One Piece, there has been a surge of live-action, and one of the most acclaimed manga series, City Hunter, is getting its own live-action adaptation, which will be released on Netflix on April 25, 2024. Netflix recently released information about two more cast members and they are Masanobu Ando and Fumino Kimura.
Netflix’s City Hunter Live-Action adaptation cast members revealed
Live-action adaptations are the new trend in the entertainment industry, as many fan-favorite anime and manga franchises are getting adapted into movies and the characters are being brought to television,...
- 2/27/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
Netflix has revealed that its Japanese slate for the year ahead includes three films and a seven new and returning series.
The features include Drawing Closer by Takahiro Miki, a director well-known for romantic dramas such as Love Me, Love Me Not and Your Eyes Tell. It follows a young man with a terminal illness who falls for a woman who is also living on borrowed time. The cast is led by Ren Nagase and Natsuki Deguchi.
It is based on a best-selling novel by Ao Morita and is scripted by Tomoko Yoshida, whose collaborations with Miki go back to...
The features include Drawing Closer by Takahiro Miki, a director well-known for romantic dramas such as Love Me, Love Me Not and Your Eyes Tell. It follows a young man with a terminal illness who falls for a woman who is also living on borrowed time. The cast is led by Ren Nagase and Natsuki Deguchi.
It is based on a best-selling novel by Ao Morita and is scripted by Tomoko Yoshida, whose collaborations with Miki go back to...
- 2/8/2024
- ScreenDaily
Following up on the reveal last year, a global streaming premiere date has been set for the new Japanese live-action City Hunter film. Ryohei Suzuki plays Ryo Saeba in the new feature, which is directed by Yuichi Sato and locked in for an April 25 debut on Netflix. You can see some footage starting at about the 1:50 mark below: Related: City Hunter Gets New Japanese Live-Action Film Set For Release In 2024 In addition to Sato directing, the new live-action City Hunter features a script by Tatsuro Mishima and music by Yoshihide Otomo. The classic City Hunter anime—based on the manga by Tsukasa Hojo—is available on Blu-ray from Discotek Media and is currently streaming on Crunchyroll, which describes the series like so: Ryo Saeba, the legendary City Hunter, is a first-class sweeper for hire, taking on jobs from protecting beautiful women to taking out bad guys permanently. He can...
- 2/8/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
The annual Anime! Anime! General Election has unveiled the winners of the “Most Recommended Male Voice Actor” of 2023 on Dec 29, 2023.
The survey period spanned from Nov 15, 2023, to Dec 15, 2023, during which over 3,000 anime fans participated. With a majority of female respondents, accounting for approximately 65%, with 35% being male, the survey captured the sentiments of a diverse audience ranging from those under 19 to individuals in their 40s.
Participants were asked to identify the voice actors who left a lasting impression, whether through their roles in various anime or their appearances in other forms of entertainment. The criteria ranged from the most active and impactful voice actor of the year to the one fans found themselves recommending the most.
Checkout the top 20 most recommended male voice actors of 2023 below:
20. Takahiro Sakurai
Notable roles: Kenjaku / Suguru Geto in Jujutsu Kaisen, Giyu Tomioka in Demon Slayer, Reigen Arataka in Mob Psycho
19. Akira Kamiya
Notable roles: Ryo Saeba in City Hunter,...
The survey period spanned from Nov 15, 2023, to Dec 15, 2023, during which over 3,000 anime fans participated. With a majority of female respondents, accounting for approximately 65%, with 35% being male, the survey captured the sentiments of a diverse audience ranging from those under 19 to individuals in their 40s.
Participants were asked to identify the voice actors who left a lasting impression, whether through their roles in various anime or their appearances in other forms of entertainment. The criteria ranged from the most active and impactful voice actor of the year to the one fans found themselves recommending the most.
Checkout the top 20 most recommended male voice actors of 2023 below:
20. Takahiro Sakurai
Notable roles: Kenjaku / Suguru Geto in Jujutsu Kaisen, Giyu Tomioka in Demon Slayer, Reigen Arataka in Mob Psycho
19. Akira Kamiya
Notable roles: Ryo Saeba in City Hunter,...
- 12/30/2023
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
The Japanese actor collected the Screen International Rising Star award at the New York Asian Film Festival.
Japanese actor Ryohei Suzuki has praised the “inspiring” members of SAG-AFTRA who are on strike to secure a fairer split of profits from streaming giants and better working conditions.
Accepting Screen International’s Rising Star Asia Award at the New York Asian Film Festival (Nyaff), the star of Egoist and upcoming Netflix feature City Hunter said: “It is such an inspiring time for us Asian actors when American actors are fighting so hard for their rights right now so I want to show...
Japanese actor Ryohei Suzuki has praised the “inspiring” members of SAG-AFTRA who are on strike to secure a fairer split of profits from streaming giants and better working conditions.
Accepting Screen International’s Rising Star Asia Award at the New York Asian Film Festival (Nyaff), the star of Egoist and upcoming Netflix feature City Hunter said: “It is such an inspiring time for us Asian actors when American actors are fighting so hard for their rights right now so I want to show...
- 7/17/2023
- by Michael Rosser
- ScreenDaily
Despite the fiasco that was Netflix's "Cowboy Bebop" live-action series and the atrocity that was their previous "Death Note" live-action movie, it seems the streaming service is determined to keep making live-action anime adaptations until something sticks. Indeed, they currently have several live-action anime re-imaginings in some stage of development, including projects based on "My Hero Academia," "One Piece," and "Yu Yu Hakusho."
To be fair, these are all sensible choices for live-action adaptations; each of these properties are incredibly popular and play into character archetypes, themes, and stories that resonate across the globe. "My Hero Academia" is literally about superheroes (and superheroes are very hot right now), while the other two are action-adventure stories with supernatural elements and tons of fights and comedic moments alike -- not to mention, they also feature characters with superpowers.
While the fantastical adventure elements are part of what makes these franchises popular,...
To be fair, these are all sensible choices for live-action adaptations; each of these properties are incredibly popular and play into character archetypes, themes, and stories that resonate across the globe. "My Hero Academia" is literally about superheroes (and superheroes are very hot right now), while the other two are action-adventure stories with supernatural elements and tons of fights and comedic moments alike -- not to mention, they also feature characters with superpowers.
While the fantastical adventure elements are part of what makes these franchises popular,...
- 12/28/2022
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
While earlier, James Cameron and Robert Rodriguez jokingly made a blood oath to make a sequel to their adaptation of the popular manga Alita: Battle Angel, now it looks as if another manga adaptation is coming to the small screen with a live-action City Hunter film currently in the works. Previously the pulp Japanese comic was adapted to live-action in the broad comedic action film 1993’s City Hunter, with international action star Jackie Chan in the lead role.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Netflix will be adapting the comic into a new feature film, describing it as, “a modern-day updated version of the manga, set in the bustling streets of Shinjuku.” The logline reads, “When Ryo’s partner Makimura is killed, he and Makimura’s sister Kaori team up to find out the truth, thus forming a new duo.”
Ryohei Suzuki signed on to play Ryu and has stated that...
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Netflix will be adapting the comic into a new feature film, describing it as, “a modern-day updated version of the manga, set in the bustling streets of Shinjuku.” The logline reads, “When Ryo’s partner Makimura is killed, he and Makimura’s sister Kaori team up to find out the truth, thus forming a new duo.”
Ryohei Suzuki signed on to play Ryu and has stated that...
- 12/15/2022
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
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In another boost to its growing Japanese content slate, Netflix has greenlit a live-action movie adaptation of the classic Japanese manga City Hunter. Japanese leading man Ryohei Suzuki (Tokyo Mer, Segodon) has signed on to star in the iconic role of Ryo Saeba, with filmmaker Yuichi Sato (Kisaragi, Strawberry Nights and The End of the Tiny World) onboard to direct.
Created by manga artist Tsukasa Hojo, City Hunter was a staple of Japanese pop culture throughout the 1980s, selling over 50 million copies around the world. The franchise spawned a popular anime series and numerous feature-length adaptations, including movies made in Hong Kong (one starring Jackie Chan), France and mainland China, but this will be there first time the property is adapted as a live-action film in its native Japan.
Netflix describes the project as “a modern-day updated version of the manga, set in the bustling streets of Shinjuku.
In another boost to its growing Japanese content slate, Netflix has greenlit a live-action movie adaptation of the classic Japanese manga City Hunter. Japanese leading man Ryohei Suzuki (Tokyo Mer, Segodon) has signed on to star in the iconic role of Ryo Saeba, with filmmaker Yuichi Sato (Kisaragi, Strawberry Nights and The End of the Tiny World) onboard to direct.
Created by manga artist Tsukasa Hojo, City Hunter was a staple of Japanese pop culture throughout the 1980s, selling over 50 million copies around the world. The franchise spawned a popular anime series and numerous feature-length adaptations, including movies made in Hong Kong (one starring Jackie Chan), France and mainland China, but this will be there first time the property is adapted as a live-action film in its native Japan.
Netflix describes the project as “a modern-day updated version of the manga, set in the bustling streets of Shinjuku.
- 12/14/2022
- by Patrick Brzeski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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