Kakegurui: The Movie (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 2019, Kakegurui: The Movie is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Tsutomu Hanabusa, running about 120 minutes. “Even stronger than a joker, the high school girl.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Hyakkaou Private Academy. An institution for the privileged with a very peculiar curriculum. You see, when you're the sons and daughters of the wealthiest of the wealthy, it's not athletic prowess or book smarts that keep you ahead. It's reading your opponent, the art of the deal. What better way to hone those skills than with a rigorous curriculum of gambling? At Hyakkaou Private Academy, the winners live like kings, and the losers are put through the wringer. But when Yumeko Jabami enrols, she's gonna teach these kids what a high roller really looks like!
Who’s in it. Kakegurui: The Movie stars Minami Hamabe as Yumeko Jabami, Mahiro Takasugi as Ryōta Suzui, Aoi Morikawa as Mary Saotome and Ruka Matsuda as Itsuki Sumeragi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Kakegurui: The Movie 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 Kakegurui: The Movie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kakegurui: The Movie tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kakegurui: The Movie (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kakegurui: The Movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kakegurui: The Movie worth watching?
- Kakegurui: The Movie holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Kakegurui: The Movie?
- Kakegurui: The Movie stars Minami Hamabe, Mahiro Takasugi, Aoi Morikawa, Ruka Matsuda and Hio Miyazawa.
- When was Kakegurui: The Movie released?
- Kakegurui: The Movie was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.