Twinkle (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1992, Twinkle is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Joji Matsuoka, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Shoko and Mutsuki get married to satisfy their worried parents, but she is well past the age at which a 'good' Japanese woman should marry, and he is in love with a young male college student. The film is less a realistic exploration of gay life than a fairy tale of three young Japanese trying to construct an alternative to the sexual and familial roles given to them by a society turning increasingly emotionally barren.
Who’s in it. Twinkle stars Hiroko Yakushimaru as Shoko Koyama, Etsushi Toyokawa as Mutsuki Kishida, Michitaka Tsutsui as Kon Fujishima and Kai Atō, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Twinkle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Twinkle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Twinkle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Twinkle (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Twinkle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Twinkle worth watching?
- Twinkle holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Twinkle?
- Twinkle stars Hiroko Yakushimaru, Etsushi Toyokawa, Michitaka Tsutsui, Kai Atō and Masuyo Iwamoto.
- When was Twinkle released?
- Twinkle was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.