Memories of Matsuko (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 7.6

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Released in 2006, Memories of Matsuko is a comedy, drama and music film directed by Tetsuya Nakashima, running about 130 minutes.

What it’s about. While combing through the belongings of his recently deceased aunt, Matsuko, nephew Sho pieces together the crucial events that sank Matsuko's life into a despairing tragedy.

Who’s in it. Memories of Matsuko stars Miki Nakatani as Matsuko Kawajiri, Eita Nagayama as Sho Kawajiri, Yūsuke Iseya as Yoichi Ryu and Teruyuki Kagawa as Norio Kawajiri, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Memories of Matsuko has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Memories of Matsuko page.

If you liked it. Fans of Memories of Matsuko tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Memories of Matsuko (2006)?
In GB, Memories of Matsuko is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Memories of Matsuko worth watching?
Memories of Matsuko holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Memories of Matsuko?
Memories of Matsuko stars Miki Nakatani, Eita Nagayama, Yūsuke Iseya, Teruyuki Kagawa and Mikako Ichikawa.
When was Memories of Matsuko released?
Memories of Matsuko was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.