The "Episode 1" experience of Akira traditionally refers to the film's iconic opening act:

: Offers the film with both Japanese and English audio.

: Shotaro Kaneda, leader of a bōsōzoku gang, leads a high-speed chase against the rival "Clowns". His best friend, Tetsuo Shima , is critically injured after nearly crashing into Takashi, a mysterious child with the face of an old man and supernatural abilities.