The Locker (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 5

The Locker poster

Released in 2004, The Locker is a thriller and horror film directed by Kei Horie, running about 71 minutes. “The most terrifying Japanese legend comes alive!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A group of teenagers unleash a curse when they use haunted public lockers in Shibuya. Supposedly, if you leave a gift in one of the lockers you will be lucky in love. However, the results are anything but lucky as a creepy female ghost with long black hair soon shows up to kill them off one by one.

Who’s in it. The Locker stars Asami Mizukawa as Rieka Yajima, Chisato Morishita as Yuna Matsukawa, Fumina Hara as Megumi Muramatsu and Maki Horikita as Kubo Ayano, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Locker has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Locker tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Locker (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Locker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Locker worth watching?
The Locker holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Locker?
The Locker stars Asami Mizukawa, Chisato Morishita, Fumina Hara, Maki Horikita and Soko Wada.
When was The Locker released?
The Locker was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.