Hula Girls (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2006, Hula Girls is a comedy, drama and family film directed by Lee Sang-il, running about 120 minutes. “They danced their way into the hearts of a nation.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young women in a small Japanese town look to revive their home's declining fortunes by building a Hawaiian village tourist attraction.
Who’s in it. Hula Girls stars Yu Aoi as Kimiko Tanikawa, Yasuko Matsuyuki as Madoka Hirayama, Etsushi Toyokawa as Yojiro Tanikawa and Shizuyo Yamasaki as Sayuri Kumano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Hula Girls 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 Hula Girls page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hula Girls tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hula Girls (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hula Girls change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hula Girls worth watching?
- Hula Girls holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hula Girls?
- Hula Girls stars Yu Aoi, Yasuko Matsuyuki, Etsushi Toyokawa, Shizuyo Yamasaki and Ittoku Kishibe.
- When was Hula Girls released?
- Hula Girls was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.