Star Watching Dog (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2011, Star Watching Dog is a drama film directed by Tomoyuki Takimoto, running about 128 minutes.
What it’s about. An abandoned car is discovered near a camping ground and inside it is the body of an identified middle-aged man and a dog who seems to have died months later. This is the story of the life of the loving and faithful dog and his owner told from the dog's point of view. City hall employee Kyousuke Okutsu is assigned to uncover the man's identity for a proper funeral. As he investigates the situation, he remembers his late family and his own dog's unfailing loyalty.
Who’s in it. Star Watching Dog stars Toshiyuki Nishida as Dad, Umika Kawashima as Yuki Kawamura, Kimiko Yo as Innkeeper and Tetsuji Tamayama as Kyosuke Okutsu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Star Watching Dog has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Star Watching Dog page.
If you liked it. Fans of Star Watching Dog tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Star Watching Dog (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Star Watching Dog change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Star Watching Dog worth watching?
- Star Watching Dog holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Star Watching Dog?
- Star Watching Dog stars Toshiyuki Nishida, Umika Kawashima, Kimiko Yo, Tetsuji Tamayama and Yoichi Nukumizu.
- When was Star Watching Dog released?
- Star Watching Dog was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.