Kuro (2012): cast, story & where to watch

2012 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 2012, Kuro is a drama and romance film directed by Daisuke Shimote, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Three young people in Tokyo. Kuro is a girl working a part-time job at a bakery. Eito is a photographer. Gou is a theater director. These three individuals meet by coincidence and, as a means to escape reality, begin living together at a deserted inn near the sea.

Who’s in it. Kuro stars Airi Kido as Kuro Kimura, Yu Saitoh as Eito, Hideo Nakaizumi as Gou and Wakana Matsumoto as Nana, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Kuro has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kuro page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kuro tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kuro (2012)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kuro change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kuro worth watching?
Kuro holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Kuro?
Kuro stars Airi Kido, Yu Saitoh, Hideo Nakaizumi, Wakana Matsumoto and Hikari Kajiwara.
When was Kuro released?
Kuro was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.