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Quick Info

Status: Ended

Network: WOWOW Prime

Type: Scripted

Rating: 0.0/10

Akira and Akira

TV SERIES 2017 1 SEASON

Overview

The story begins in April 1986 and is set during the days of the bubble economy. Kaidou Akira comes from a wealthy background and is the heir of a large company Tokai Yuusen. On the other hand, his genius classmate from the University of Tokyo, Yamazaki Akira had a tough life due to the bankruptcy of his father's company and having to run away from creditors but overcomes the odds to graduatefrom the top-notch school. The two are employed at the same bank and get caught in a battle lasting over 10 years which causes upheavals in their lives.

This production, originally released in 2017, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 0.0 across its 1 season.

  • Storyline Highlights:
  • • Explores themes within Drama.
  • • Produced in .
  • • Original Language: Japanese.

Directed By

Toshiyuki Mizutani

Written By

Yoichi Maekawa

Starring Cast

Seasons

Akira and Akira - Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

9 Episodes • Aired 2017-07-09

At the height of the bubble economy, two bank employees compete to reach the top in a 10-year rivalry. It doesn't help that they share the same name.

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