The Motive (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2004, The Motive is a drama, crime, mystery and tv movie film directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi, running about 160 minutes.
What it’s about. Four people are discovered brutally murdered in an up-scale high-rise apartment. All the victims appear to be family, but as the investigation deepens it is discovered that one of the victims isn't related to the family.
Who’s in it. The Motive stars Takehiro Murata as Ishikawa, Police, Saki Terashima as Nobuko Katakura, Toshie Negishi as Satoko Sunagawa and Miyoko Akaza as Takako Koito, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Motive 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 Motive page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Motive tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Motive (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Motive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Motive worth watching?
- The Motive holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime, mystery and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Motive?
- The Motive stars Takehiro Murata, Saki Terashima, Toshie Negishi, Miyoko Akaza and Takuro Atsuki.
- When was The Motive released?
- The Motive was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.