The Scythian Lamb (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2018, The Scythian Lamb is a drama and crime film directed by Daihachi Yoshida, running about 126 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a manga written by Tatsuhiko Yamagami, the story is set in a former seaport town Uobuka, where 6 former criminals were sent to live there by the government, with the intention of re-socialising them. Aside from the few who know about the project, the general townsfolk has no idea of the former convicts' identities. Tsukisue is the pleasant and efficient municipal official put in charge of the programme. As he slowly learns about their past, a body is discovered.
Who’s in it. The Scythian Lamb stars Ryo Nishikido as Hajime Tsukisue, Fumino Kimura as Aya Ishida, Kazuki Kitamura as Masashi Sugiyama and Yuka as Rieko Ōta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Scythian Lamb 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 The Scythian Lamb page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Scythian Lamb tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Scythian Lamb (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Scythian Lamb change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Scythian Lamb worth watching?
- The Scythian Lamb holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Scythian Lamb?
- The Scythian Lamb stars Ryo Nishikido, Fumino Kimura, Kazuki Kitamura, Yuka and Mikako Ichikawa.
- When was The Scythian Lamb released?
- The Scythian Lamb was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 126 minutes.