Beautiful Mystery (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1983, Beautiful Mystery is a comedy and drama film directed by Genji Nakamura, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Shinohara, a young bodybuilder, joins a para-military sect in northern Japan. His instructor, Takizawa, takes a liking to the new recruit. After an early “special” training session the two develop a lasting and loving relationship. “Beautiful Mystery” was the first gay “adult” film to come out of Japan. Although tame by U.S. standards, it is ground–breaking nonetheless.
Who’s in it. Beautiful Mystery stars Tatsuya Nagatomo, Kei Shuto, Kaoru Yamashina and Masaya Kintaka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Beautiful Mystery has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beautiful Mystery page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beautiful Mystery tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beautiful Mystery (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beautiful Mystery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beautiful Mystery worth watching?
- Beautiful Mystery holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beautiful Mystery?
- Beautiful Mystery stars Tatsuya Nagatomo, Kei Shuto, Kaoru Yamashina, Masaya Kintaka and Masaharu Kan.
- When was Beautiful Mystery released?
- Beautiful Mystery was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.