The Drudgery Train (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2012, The Drudgery Train is a notable film directed by Nobuhiro Yamashita, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. In this offbeat coming-of-age tale, a charming, rebellious high school dropout named Kanta befriends the kind, provincial Shoji. The two bring out the best in each other, each gaining confidence from their friendship - especially regarding pursuit of the opposite sex. The working class Kanta becomes a sort of unruly anti-hero, maintaining his pride, defiance, and self-assurance even as his prospects seem increasingly grim.
Who’s in it. The Drudgery Train stars Kengo Kora as Shoji Kusakabe, Atsuko Maeda as Yasuko Sakurai, Makita Sports as Iwao Takahashi and Tomorowo Taguchi as Secondhand Bookstore Manager, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Drudgery Train 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 Drudgery Train page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Drudgery Train (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Drudgery Train change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Drudgery Train worth watching?
- The Drudgery Train holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Drudgery Train?
- The Drudgery Train stars Kengo Kora, Atsuko Maeda, Makita Sports, Tomorowo Taguchi and Mirai Moriyama.
- When was The Drudgery Train released?
- The Drudgery Train was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.