Keitai kareshi (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2009, Keitai kareshi is a comedy, thriller, horror and romance film directed by Shinju Funabiki, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. High school student Ayumi kills herself and leaves behind a cryptic message that says "will be killed by boyfriend." Ayumi's classmates Satomi and Yuka investigate her suicide and quickly links her death to a popular cellphone dating simulation game called Keitai Kareshi. The main features of the game include a 'love gauge' that determines how well the player is faring and the ability to chat with other players. Satomi, Yuka download the game to their phones and begin interacting with their new virtual boyfriends. Soon after, Satomi shares the game with her co-worker who -- not long after the love gauge on her cellphone hit zero -- dies from electrocution. Meanwhile, Yuka sends the game to her manager who turns up dead the following day following a mysterious accident. The mystery deepens as Satomi discovers the image of Naoto, a senior student whom Satomi secretly admired, on her friend Hisami's cellphone. Written by Dr. Jay Trotter
Who’s in it. Keitai kareshi stars Umika Kawashima, Nozomi Maeda, Hideo Ishiguro and Yuka Ônishi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Keitai kareshi 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 Keitai kareshi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Keitai kareshi tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Keitai kareshi (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Keitai kareshi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Keitai kareshi worth watching?
- Keitai kareshi holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, horror and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Keitai kareshi?
- Keitai kareshi stars Umika Kawashima, Nozomi Maeda, Hideo Ishiguro, Yuka Ônishi and Sakina Kuwae.
- When was Keitai kareshi released?
- Keitai kareshi was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.