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Farewell, Kuro (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 2003, Farewell, Kuro is a drama film directed by Joji Matsuoka, running about 109 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on a true story set in Matsumoto city, Nagano, during 1960s. A stray dog wanders into a high school's grounds. The dog, named Kuro, stays at the school and becomes a special friend to everyone.

Who’s in it. Farewell, Kuro stars Satoshi Tsumabuki as Ryosuke Kimura, Ayumi Ito as Yukiko Igarashi, Hirofumi Arai as Koji Kobe and Ryuta Sato as Mamoru Saito, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Farewell, Kuro 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 Farewell, Kuro page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Farewell, Kuro (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Farewell, Kuro change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Farewell, Kuro worth watching?
Farewell, Kuro holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Farewell, Kuro?
Farewell, Kuro stars Satoshi Tsumabuki, Ayumi Ito, Hirofumi Arai, Ryuta Sato and Hisashi Igawa.
When was Farewell, Kuro released?
Farewell, Kuro was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.