The Mourning Forest (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 2007, The Mourning Forest is a drama film directed by Naomi Kawase, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. A young woman working at a retirement home takes an elderly man living there on an excursion into the countryside, but the two wind up stranded in the titular forest.
Who’s in it. The Mourning Forest stars Machiko Ono as Machiko, Shigeki Uda as Shigeki, Makiko Watanabe as Wakako and Yoichiro Saito as Machiko's Husband, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Mourning Forest 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 Mourning Forest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mourning Forest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mourning Forest (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mourning Forest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mourning Forest worth watching?
- The Mourning Forest holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mourning Forest?
- The Mourning Forest stars Machiko Ono, Shigeki Uda, Makiko Watanabe, Yoichiro Saito and Kanako Masuda.
- When was The Mourning Forest released?
- The Mourning Forest was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.
