The Japon (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 2019, The Japon is a comedy film directed by Álvaro Díaz Lorenzo.
What it’s about. In 1614 a Japanese expedition led by the emperor's grandson landed in the Sevillian town of Coria del Río, and the heir to the throne fell in love with a beautiful Sevillian, formed a family and never returned to Japan. 400 years later, Emperor Satohito dies and the rightful heir turns out to be Paco Japan, a 37-year-old neighbor of Coria del Río. The life of Paco and his family will change dramatically when he sees himself overnight living in the Imperial Palace and preparing to be the new Emperors of Japan. The cultural and linguistic clash between Japanese and Andalusian will cause funny and crazy situations in this adventure where East and West shake hands.
Who’s in it. The Japon stars María León, Dani Rovira as Paco Japón, Antonio Dechent and Cinta Ramírez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, The Japon has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $3.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Japon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Japon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Japon (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Japon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Japon worth watching?
- The Japon holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Japon?
- The Japon stars María León, Dani Rovira, Antonio Dechent, Cinta Ramírez and Iker Castiñeira.
- When was The Japon released?
- The Japon was released in 2019.