Amazon's 'Like a Dragon: Yakuza' Series Drops First Teaser at SDCC 2024
The upcoming adaptation promises a fresh take on beloved characters and a gritty, stylish portrayal of Japan's criminal underworld.
- The series will premiere on Prime Video on October 24, 2024, with the first three episodes released initially.
- Ryoma Takeuchi stars as Kazuma Kiryu, with Kento Kaku portraying Akira Nishikiyama.
- The show spans two time periods, 1995 and 2005, and includes new characters created for the adaptation.
- Teaser trailer highlights Kiryu's iconic dragon tattoo and the vibrant nightlife of Kamurocho.
- The adaptation follows the success of Amazon's 'Fallout' series and continues the trend of video game TV adaptations.