# Satsujin no Mon film production and release

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/satsujin-no-mon-film-production-and-release
> Updated: 2026-10-07T23:05:32.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The film ‘Satsujin no Mon’ (The Gate of Murder), based on a novel by Keigo Higashino, has moved from initial casting announcements to its world premiere. 

Early reports identified Kento Yamazaki and Kohei Matsushita in dual lead roles, portraying two men whose 30-year friendship evolves into murderous intent. The cast also includes Nozomi Morita, Miona Hori, and Kosei Yuki. 

Following these announcements, the film held its world premiere at the 31st Busan International Film Festival. Lead actors Yamazaki and Matsushita attended the event alongside Emi Takei, who was later identified as a key character named Yukiko Uehara. The film is scheduled for a nationwide release in Japan on February 19, 2027.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-07: Satsujin no Mon holds world premiere at Busan International Film Festival

The film ‘Satsujin no Mon’, starring Kento Yamazaki and Kohei Matsushita, held its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival, featuring Emi Takei in a key role.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/satsujin-no-mon-holds-world-premiere-at-busan-international-film-festival

### 2026-09-29: Kento Yamazaki and Kohei Matsushita to star in ‘Satsujin no Mon’

Cast members Nozomi Morita, Miona Hori, and Kosei Yuki join Kento Yamazaki and Kohei Matsushita in the 2027 film ‘Satsujin no Mon’, based on the novel by Keigo Higashino.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kento-yamazaki-and-kohei-matsushita-to-star-in-satsujin-no-mon-film

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