Jellyfish (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 0.8
Released in 2013, Jellyfish is a romance film directed by Shusuke Kaneko, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on 16-year-old writer Sarie Hinakura’s award winning story Jellyfish is centered around two adolescent girls disconnected from their immediate environment of school and mates. They first get together while staring into a jellyfish tank at a local aquarium. The relationship that ensues eventually faces tension from the divergent personalities of the two protagonists, one of whom explores a heterosexual relationship with a fellow student. Jealousy and the wrath of a lover spurned are inevitable spillovers.
Who’s in it. Jellyfish stars Mio Ohtani as Yumi miyashita, Rumi Hanai as Kanako, Naomi Akimoto and Yû Chidai, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 0.8/10, Jellyfish has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jellyfish page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jellyfish tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jellyfish (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jellyfish change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jellyfish worth watching?
- Jellyfish holds an audience score of 0.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jellyfish?
- Jellyfish stars Mio Ohtani, Rumi Hanai, Naomi Akimoto, Yû Chidai and Kôtarô Kakimoto.
- When was Jellyfish released?
- Jellyfish was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.