Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 6.7

Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito poster

Released in 2016, Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito is a drama and animation film directed by Naokatsu Tsuda, running about 117 minutes.

What it’s about. The film adapts and expands the Planetarian visual novel by Key. The story is set in a dystopian future where biological and nuclear warfare has left a once prosperous civilization in complete ruin. The film tells the story of an old man travelling around with a mobile planetarium projector to show people the stars.

Who’s in it. Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito stars Keiko Suzuki as Yumemi Hoshino (voice), Daisuke Ono as The Junker (voice), Sanae Fuku as Levi (voice) and Yoko Hikasa as Job (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito page.

If you liked it. Fans of Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito (2016)?
In US, Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito is available to stream on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito worth watching?
Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito?
Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito stars Keiko Suzuki, Daisuke Ono, Sanae Fuku, Yoko Hikasa and Minami Tsuda.
When was Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito released?
Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.