Shun Oguri and Lily James Lead Takashi Miike’s Gritty Crime Thriller for NEON
Acclaimed Japanese filmmaker Takashi Miike returns with an intense new crime thriller that plunges viewers into Tokyo’s dangerous criminal underworld. Backed by NEON, the film combines hard-boiled detective noir, Yakuza violence, and international conspiracy into a gripping story of redemption and revenge.
Penned by longtime collaborator Daisuke Tengan, the film stars Shun Oguri alongside Lily James in a high-stakes mystery that spans corruption, organized crime, and family secrets.
Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo
- Director: Takashi Miike
- Starring: Shun Oguri, Lily James, Gionna Daddio, Shotaro Mamiya, Shuhei Nomura, Nanase Nishino, Yuka Kouri, Takanori Iwata
- Genre: Thriller, Crime, Action
- Runtime: 108 mins
Plot Synopsis
A once-respected Tokyo detective finds his life unraveling after a spectacular fall from grace. Consumed by addiction and haunted by his failures, Kyoji Yabuki is drawn into a dangerous investigation that exposes a web of corruption reaching far beyond Japan’s criminal underworld.
As he searches for the missing daughter of a powerful American family, Yabuki becomes entangled with a ruthless former Yakuza seeking revenge and an enigmatic FBI agent whose true motives remain unclear. With loyalties constantly shifting and violence escalating at every turn, the disgraced detective must confront his own demons before the conspiracy destroys everyone caught in its path.
Cast & Characters
- Shun Oguri as Kyoji Yabuki
- Lily James as Nguyen
- Gionna Daddio Aka Liv Morgan from the WWE
- Shotaro Mamiya
- Shuhei Nomura
- Nanase Nishino
Additional character details have not yet been announced.
Creative Team
Director
- Takashi Miike
Writer
- Daisuke Tengan
Studio
- NEON
Why This Crime Thriller Is Worth Watching
Known for cult classics including Audition, 13 Assassins, and First Love, Takashi Miike has built a reputation for delivering stylish, uncompromising crime stories filled with unforgettable characters and explosive action. Reuniting with screenwriter Daisuke Tengan, the filmmaker once again explores the blurred lines between justice, morality, and survival.
The addition of international stars Shun Oguri and Lily James gives the film a global appeal while maintaining Miike’s signature blend of noir storytelling, psychological tension, and visceral action.
Release Information
NEON has not yet announced an official theatrical release date.
