Lear on the Shore (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2017, Lear on the Shore is a drama film directed by Masahiro Kobayashi, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Kuwahata Chokichi used to be a famous actor, but now he's suspected to be suffering from dementia. He is betrayed by his older daughter, Yukiko, her husband-cum-his-former-disciple, Ikuo, and Yukiko's lover, a mysterious driver, and gets sent to a high-class old folks' home. One day, Choukichi runs away from the home and wanders to the beach where he meets his younger daughter, Nobuko, who he had with his lover. Although he had thrown Nobuko out in the past, he begins to imagine seeing her as the image of Cordelia, who is the beloved daughter of King Lear, after talking to her. Gradually, his past memories start to come back to him, and Choukichi heads towards the world of insanity.
Who’s in it. Lear on the Shore stars Hiroshi Abe as Yukio, Tatsuya Nakadai as Kuwahata Chokichi, Kaoru Kobayashi and Mieko Harada as Yukiko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Lear on the Shore 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 Lear on the Shore page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lear on the Shore tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lear on the Shore (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lear on the Shore change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lear on the Shore worth watching?
- Lear on the Shore holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lear on the Shore?
- Lear on the Shore stars Hiroshi Abe, Tatsuya Nakadai, Kaoru Kobayashi, Mieko Harada and Haru Kuroki.
- When was Lear on the Shore released?
- Lear on the Shore was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.