Punch the Blue Sky (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film
Released in 2008, Punch the Blue Sky is a notable film directed by Gô Shibata, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Katsuo is a young boy dreaming to be a professional musician. However, when he's about to make his debut, he suddenly decides to go back to his hometown to see his old band. Finding other band members, they start practicing for a summer festival, but Katsuo's unreasonable behaviors upset his band-mates. The film's title reflects both Katsuo being a man of great talent ("ponchi"), as well as the clear blue skies ('Aozora") that make up the film's beautiful summer setting.
Who’s in it. Punch the Blue Sky stars Masato Ishida, Yoshiyuki Itakura and Rina Koike.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Punch the Blue Sky page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Punch the Blue Sky (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Punch the Blue Sky change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Punch the Blue Sky?
- Punch the Blue Sky stars Masato Ishida, Yoshiyuki Itakura and Rina Koike.
- When was Punch the Blue Sky released?
- Punch the Blue Sky was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.