The Vancouver Asahi (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2014, The Vancouver Asahi is a drama film directed by Yuya Ishii, running about 132 minutes. “Winning is not about where you’re from—it’s about how well you play.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In pre-WWII Vancouver, second-generation Japanese immigrants had it tough. Daily, they faced discrimination, hatred and injustice at the hands of their Caucasian counterparts. But one thing made their lives worth living: baseball. They may be the underdogs, but the Vancouver Asahi baseball team have a sense of fair play and smart tactics that set them apart from the brute force of their opponents. Under the guidance of new team captain Reggie Kasahara, can they be able to rise above all the negativity to win the tournament? This film is based on the true story of Vancouver Asahi, the Japanese-Canadian baseball team that was inducted into The Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2003.
Who’s in it. The Vancouver Asahi stars Satoshi Tsumabuki as Reji Kasahara, Kazuya Kamenashi as Roi Naganishi, Ryo Katsuji as Kei Kitamoto and Yûsuke Kamiji as Tom Miyake, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Vancouver Asahi has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Vancouver Asahi page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Vancouver Asahi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Vancouver Asahi (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vancouver Asahi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Vancouver Asahi worth watching?
- The Vancouver Asahi holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Vancouver Asahi?
- The Vancouver Asahi stars Satoshi Tsumabuki, Kazuya Kamenashi, Ryo Katsuji, Yûsuke Kamiji and Sosuke Ikematsu.
- When was The Vancouver Asahi released?
- The Vancouver Asahi was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.