“Angry Squad: The Civil Servant and the Seven Swindlers” (2024) is a lively Japanese heist comedy directed by Shinichirō Ueda, known for “One Cut of the Dead.”
Tax officer Kumazawa (Seiyō Uchino) gets scammed out of his savings by con artist Himuro (Masaki Okada), who then proposes they team up to collect over one billion yen in unpaid taxes from corrupt developer Tachibana (Yukiyoshi Ozawa).
Movie Plot
Mild-mannered Kumazawa trains with a quirky crew of fraudsters, forming the “Angry Squad” for a high-stakes con blending revenge and justice. Adapted from the South Korean drama “Squad 38,” the 120-minute film mixes suspenseful twists, humor, and corporate satire in a fast-paced narrative.
Cast and Crew
- Seiyō Uchino as the naive tax investigator Kumazawa.
- Masaki Okada as suave swindler Himuro.
- Rina Kawaei and others in the eccentric ensemble.
Ueda delivers mainstream entertainment with glossy visuals, sharp editing, and an “eat-the-rich” vibe, earning praise as solid popcorn cinema.
Why Watch ‘Angry Squad’
Screening at festivals like the Japanese Film Festival with English subtitles, this action-comedy offers engaging performances and a breezy two-hour runtime. Check the official trailer for a taste of the hustle.
Release Date: November 22, 2024 (Japan)
Language: Japanese
Genres: Comedy, Crime
