THE ORIGIN OF ULTRAMAN
“How the Light became a Legend”
Overview
The landmark Japanese Tokusatsu TV series Ultraman became a massive social phenomenon upon its debut in 1966, reaching a staggering peak viewership rating of 42.8%. Six decades later, Tsuburaya Productions continues to introduce new entries into the Ultraman series, expanding its unique universe to a global audience across generations. This documentary brings together leading voices from the fields of cinema, Tokusatsu, and design. Witness profound testimonies from an international assembly of creators, including: Guillermo del Toro, Hirokazu Kore-eda, Hideo Kojima, Hideaki Anno, Shinji Higuchi, and Nicolas Winding Refn.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Directors
- Yu Nakamura, Kazuki Yoshida
- Producers
- Hirokazu Kore-eda, Takuya Tashiro, Masahiro Onda, Tomoko Izuta, Kei Minamitani
- Production
- SlowHand, Tsuburaya Productions, TOHO
Frequently asked questions
What is THE ORIGIN OF ULTRAMAN rated?
THE ORIGIN OF ULTRAMAN does not yet have enough audience votes for a stable rating.
Who directed THE ORIGIN OF ULTRAMAN?
THE ORIGIN OF ULTRAMAN was directed by Yu Nakamura, Kazuki Yoshida.
When was THE ORIGIN OF ULTRAMAN released?
THE ORIGIN OF ULTRAMAN was released in 2026.
