The Deer King (2021)
Original title: 鹿の王 ユナと約束の旅
The Deer King is a 2021 Japanese-language animation movie directed by Masayuki Miyaji and Masashi Ando, with a running time of 1h 53m. It stars Shinichi Tsutsumi, Ryoma Takeuchi and Anne Watanabe.
Following a brutal war, former soldier Van toils in a mine controlled by the ruling empire. One day, his solitary existence is upended when a pack of wild dogs carrying a deadly and incurable disease attack, leaving only Van and a young girl named Yuna as survivors. Finally free, the pair seek out a simple existence in the countryside but are pursued by nefarious forces. Intent on protecting Yuna at all costs, Van must uncover the true cause of the plague ravaging the kingdom, and its possible cure.
Quick answers
What is The Deer King about?
Following a brutal war, former soldier Van toils in a mine controlled by the ruling empire. One day, his solitary existence is upended when a pack of wild dogs carrying a deadly and incurable disease attack, leaving only Van and a young girl named Yuna as survivors. Finally free, the pair seek out a simple existence in the countryside but are pursued by nefarious forces. Intent on protecting Yuna at all costs, Van must uncover the true cause of the plague ravaging the kingdom, and its possible cure.
When was The Deer King released?
The Deer King was released on 28 October 2021.
How long is The Deer King?
The Deer King runs 1h 53m.
Who made The Deer King?
The Deer King was directed by Masayuki Miyaji and Masashi Ando.
Where can I watch The Deer King?
The Deer King is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Deer King
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Shinichi Tsutsumi as Van (voice)
- Ryoma Takeuchi as Hohsalle (voice)
- Anne Watanabe as Sae (voice)
- Hisui Kimura as Yuna (voice)
- Atsushi Abe as Yotaru (voice)
- Yoshito Yasuhara as Tourim (voice)
- Toru Sakurai as Makokan (voice)
- Shinshu Fuji as Orphan (voice)
- Tomomichi Nishimura as Kenoi (voice)
- Tessyo Genda as King Akafa (voice)