The Graduation (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2002, The Graduation is an action film directed by Masahiko Nagasawa, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Asami, a junior-college student two months from graduation, lends a red umbrella one day to Mayama, a Psychology instructor. Her artlessly forward approach leaves Mayama embarrassed and confused. She has, in fact, been watching him for some time. Meanwhile Mayama’s girlfriend Izumi, unable to find her own place in his heart, has resolved to leave him. Seeing Mayama in torment, tied to his past, Asami decides to set his heart free. Set in present-day Tokyo, this story of the wandering and revival of souls beset by feelings of loss is brought quietly and gently to the screen by the outstanding talent of Nagasawa Masahiko.
Who’s in it. The Graduation stars Yui Natsukawa as Izumi, Shinichi Tsutsumi as Mayama, Rina Uchiyama as Asami and Hiroyuki Kishi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Graduation 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 The Graduation page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Graduation tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Graduation (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Graduation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Graduation worth watching?
- The Graduation holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Graduation?
- The Graduation stars Yui Natsukawa, Shinichi Tsutsumi, Rina Uchiyama, Hiroyuki Kishi and Mie Ota.
- When was The Graduation released?
- The Graduation was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.