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Death Note

By Adam Wingard

2017

Crime

1h41

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5.9/10

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4.5/10

Synopsis

A high school student named Light Turner discovers a mysterious notebook that has the power to kill anyone whose name is written within its pages, and launches a secret crusade to rid the world of criminals.

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Community Reviews

Opinions on 'Death Note' are mixed, with some viewers appreciating the modern twist and the portrayal of Ryuk, while others feel it falls short of the original manga and anime. Many found the adaptation too Americanized and lacking in depth, with a confusing plot and subpar acting. Despite these criticisms, a few enjoyed the film as a standalone piece, unaware of its source material.

👍 Ryuk's portrayal was well-received.

👎 May disappoint fans of the original series.

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Reviews and Comments

11 reviews
Lb
Loanrated ★ 4/10
January 14, 2026

GL
Gautierrated ★ 3/10
January 7, 2026

Maissa Chebbi
Maissarated ★ 7/10
January 4, 2026

Kristina Ljubojevic
Kristinarated ★ 0/10
October 28, 2025

Caesar Gergess
Caesarrated ★ 7/10
September 1, 2025

Lokini
Lokinirated ★ 6/10
December 11, 2024

Nevaeh Danziesen
Nevaehrated ★ 4/10
October 4, 2024

CS
Chathumirated ★ 4/10
September 3, 2024

Casting

Adam Wingard

Adam Wingard

Director

Nat Wolff

Nat Wolff

Light Turner

Margaret Qualley

Margaret Qualley

Mia Sutton

Lakeith Stanfield

Lakeith Stanfield

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Paul Nakauchi

Paul Nakauchi

Watari

Shea Whigham

Shea Whigham

James Turner

Michael Shamus Wiles

Michael Shamus Wiles

Police Captain Russel

Matthew Kevin Anderson

Matthew Kevin Anderson

Agent Young

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Jess McLeod (III)

Teenage Girl

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Olena Medwid

Russian News Anchor

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Chris Britton

Aaron Peltz

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David S. Jung

Dictator

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Artin John

Anthony Skomal

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Al Miro

Douchebag Bro

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Albert Nicholas

Douchebag Bro #2

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Fraser Corbett

Waiter

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Tony Ali

Military Leader

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Ash Lee

Officer

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