Arietta (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film
Released in 1989, Arietta is a drama film directed by Akio Jissôji, running about 52 minutes.
What it’s about. A young widow becomes an SM call girl to pay off the debts accumulated by her yakuza husband. She's a depressed woman, merely going through the motions of existence, subjected to every cruel whim concocted by her clients. She's dedicated to the misery - even finding comfort in it - stumbling through life like a zombie.
Who’s in it. Arietta stars Keiko Kaga, Maya Asabuki, Daikei Shimizu and Yoshiaki Umegaki, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Arietta page.
If you liked it. Fans of Arietta tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Arietta (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Arietta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Arietta?
- Arietta stars Keiko Kaga, Maya Asabuki, Daikei Shimizu, Yoshiaki Umegaki and Tomorowo Taguchi.
- When was Arietta released?
- Arietta was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.