The Watcher in the Attic (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1976, The Watcher in the Attic is a thriller and romance film directed by Noboru Tanaka, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. The landlord of a boarding house in 1923 Tokyo, is keen on spying on the bizarre close encounters taking place beneath his roof. One day he sees a prostitute killing a customer, and decides he's found his soulmate.
Who’s in it. The Watcher in the Attic stars Junko Miyashita as Minako Sayanomiya, Renji Ishibashi as Saburo Gouda, Tokuko Watanabe as Miyako and Shiro Yumemura as Clown, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Watcher in the Attic has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Plex. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Watcher in the Attic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Watcher in the Attic tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Watcher in the Attic (1976)?
- In US, The Watcher in the Attic is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Plex. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Watcher in the Attic worth watching?
- The Watcher in the Attic holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Watcher in the Attic?
- The Watcher in the Attic stars Junko Miyashita, Renji Ishibashi, Tokuko Watanabe, Shiro Yumemura and Aoi Nakajima.
- When was The Watcher in the Attic released?
- The Watcher in the Attic was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.