Hope (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6.6

Released in 2020, Hope is a drama film directed by Yukihiko Tsutsumi, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Kazuto Ishikawa is a first-class architect. He is married to Kiyomi. They have a son, Tadashi, who attends high school and a daughter, Miyabi, who attends middle school. They live together in a refined home, designed by Kazuto. An injury causes Tadashi to quit playing soccer. Since that time, Tadashi often stays out all night without permission. One evening, Tadashi leaves home and does not return. Kazuto and Kiyomi become worried about their son and consider going to the police. News then reveals the murder of Tadashi's classmate. The police suspect that Tadashi might be involved in the murder.
Who’s in it. Hope stars Shinichi Tsutsumi as Ishikawa Kazuto, Yuriko Ishida as Ishikawa Kiyomi, Kenshi Okada as Ishikawa Tadashi and Kaya Kiyohara as Ishikawa Miyabi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Hope 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 Hope page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hope tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hope (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hope change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hope worth watching?
- Hope holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hope?
- Hope stars Shinichi Tsutsumi, Yuriko Ishida, Kenshi Okada, Kaya Kiyohara and Masaya Kato.
- When was Hope released?
- Hope was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.
