Doki-Doki (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 5

Doki-Doki poster

Released in 2003, Doki-Doki is a drama and romance film directed by Chris Eska, running about 48 minutes.

What it’s about. In suburban Tokyo, commuters find themselves waiting every day with the same group of strangers for the same seat on the same train. Perhaps over 1000 days never knowing who they are, what their lives are like, where they live, who they love. Until one day, things change.

Who’s in it. Doki-Doki stars Yumi Endô as Yumi, Hayato Sugano as Yosuke, Sae Takenaka as Makiko and Haruki Iwakiri as Narrator, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Doki-Doki has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Doki-Doki page.

If you liked it. Fans of Doki-Doki tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Doki-Doki (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Doki-Doki change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Doki-Doki worth watching?
Doki-Doki holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Doki-Doki?
Doki-Doki stars Yumi Endô, Hayato Sugano, Sae Takenaka, Haruki Iwakiri and Yuri Kaburagi.
When was Doki-Doki released?
Doki-Doki was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 48 minutes.