Ninja Scroll (1993)
Kernel Score: 88% · 726 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Fantasy, Animation, Action
Released: 1993-06-05
Runtime: 94 minutes
Where to watch Ninja Scroll
- Stream: HiDive
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Jubei is a masterless ninja who travels the land alone, lending his services to those with gold—or a worthy cause. His fearsome abilities have served him well, but a plot to overthrow the government threatens to end his wandering ways—and possibly his life.
Ninja Scroll parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Ninja Scroll is a violent adult anime featuring graphic combat, sexual abuse, and bondage imagery.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Graphic ninja combat, cruelty, and demon violence are depicted throughout this dark fantasy anime.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Strong — Contains sexual abuse and bondage-related content as noted in the film's keywords.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Koichi Yamadera as Jubei Kibagami (voice)
- Emi Shinohara as Kagero (voice)
- Takeshi Aono as Dakuan (voice)
- Daisuke Gori as Genma Himuro (voice)
- Ryuuzaburou Ootomo as Tessai (voice)
- Akimasa Omori as Shijima (voice)
- Gara Takashima as Benisato (voice)
- Norio Wakamoto as Utsutsu Mujuurou (voice)
- Toshihiko Seki as Yurimaru (voice)
- Masako Katsuki as Zakuro (voice)
Ninja Scroll FAQ
Is Ninja Scroll good?
Ninja Scroll has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 726 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Ninja Scroll?
In the US you can stream Ninja Scroll on HiDive and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Ninja Scroll OK for kids?
Ninja Scroll is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Ninja Scroll is a violent adult anime featuring graphic combat, sexual abuse, and bondage imagery.
What movies are like Ninja Scroll?
If you liked Ninja Scroll, try Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grudge of Edinburgh Part 2 and Berserk: The Golden Age Arc III - The Advent.