The Handsome Suit (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2008, The Handsome Suit is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Tsutomu Hanabusa, running about 115 minutes. “Let's handsome!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An overweight cook is given the opportunity to woo the girl of his dreams when he is given a "handsome suit" that transforms him into an idealized human being in this absurd Japanese comedy.
Who’s in it. The Handsome Suit stars Muga Tsukaji as Takuro Ohki, Shosuke Tanihara as Kyonin Mitsuyama, Keiko Kitagawa as Hiroko Hoshino and Mayumi Sada as Raika, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Handsome Suit 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 Handsome Suit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Handsome Suit tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Handsome Suit (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Handsome Suit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Handsome Suit worth watching?
- The Handsome Suit holds an audience score of 5.4 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 The Handsome Suit?
- The Handsome Suit stars Muga Tsukaji, Shosuke Tanihara, Keiko Kitagawa, Mayumi Sada and Hiroyuki Ikeuchi.
- When was The Handsome Suit released?
- The Handsome Suit was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.