Gimme Shelter (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1986, Gimme Shelter is a drama and horror film directed by Hisayasu Satō, running about 57 minutes.
What it’s about. The mother does half-nude aerobics until her son rapes her, and the daughter falls into bed with a female teacher. Despite the shocking goings-on, the film is much more in keeping with Sato's usual themes of alienation and corrupted innocence than its brutal predecessor.
Who’s in it. Gimme Shelter stars Mamiko Hisei as Kiriko / Daughter, Kiyomi Itō, Ran Minagami as Mother and Kaya Shigeru, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Gimme Shelter 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 Gimme Shelter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gimme Shelter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gimme Shelter (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gimme Shelter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gimme Shelter worth watching?
- Gimme Shelter holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gimme Shelter?
- Gimme Shelter stars Mamiko Hisei, Kiyomi Itō, Ran Minagami, Kaya Shigeru and Kiyoshi Usuda.
- When was Gimme Shelter released?
- Gimme Shelter was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.