Film

Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki

2026Directed by Takashi Miike

Rate this film Sign in to save Add to Everything I've Seen

Where to watch

No streaming, free, rental, or purchase options are currently listed in the United States.

Released: September 25, 2026
Runtime: 1h 34m

About Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki

Documentary

Synopsis

A look at the succession ceremony in which Ichikawa Danjūrō XIII formally inherited the storied Danjūrō name in Kabuki, Japan’s classical performing art. The film records the behind-the-scenes preparations for the actor’s name-inheritance debut performance.

Director: Takashi Miike
Original title: 襲名

Principal cast

In billing order

Log this film Manage lists