The Man from the Sea (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2018, The Man from the Sea is a fantasy and drama film directed by Koji Fukada, running about 107 minutes. “The sea gives, and takes away.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man is found washed up on a beach in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, suffering from amnesia and speaking in broken Indonesian and Japanese.
Who’s in it. The Man from the Sea stars Dean Fujioka as Laut, Mayu Tsuruta as Atsuko, Taiga Nakano as Takashi and Junko Abe as Sashiko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Man from the Sea 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 Man from the Sea page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man from the Sea tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man from the Sea (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man from the Sea change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man from the Sea worth watching?
- The Man from the Sea holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man from the Sea?
- The Man from the Sea stars Dean Fujioka, Mayu Tsuruta, Taiga Nakano, Junko Abe and Adipati Dolken.
- When was The Man from the Sea released?
- The Man from the Sea was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.