I am a Monk (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2015, I am a Monk is a drama film directed by Yukinori Makabe, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. After the death of his grandfather, Koen Shirakawa (Atsushi Ito) quits his job at a bookstore and goes to a temple to become a monk.
Who’s in it. I am a Monk stars Atsushi Ito as Koen Shirakawa, Mizuki Yamamoto as Kyoko Ochi, Junpei Mizobata as Shinji Higaki and Gaku Hamada as Kota Kurimoto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, I am a Monk 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 I am a Monk page.
If you liked it. Fans of I am a Monk tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I am a Monk (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I am a Monk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I am a Monk worth watching?
- I am a Monk holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I am a Monk?
- I am a Monk stars Atsushi Ito, Mizuki Yamamoto, Junpei Mizobata, Gaku Hamada and Miyuki Matsuda.
- When was I am a Monk released?
- I am a Monk was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.