Solanin (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 7.1

Released in 2010, Solanin is a drama, romance and music film directed by Takahiro Miki, running about 126 minutes.
What it’s about. Meiko Inoue is a recent college grad working as an office lady in a job she hates. Her boyfriend Taneda is permanently crashing at her apartment because his job as a freelance illustrator doesn't pay enough for rent. And her parents in the country keep sending her boxes of veggies that just rot in her fridge. Straddling the line between her years as a student and the rest of her life, Meiko struggles with the feeling that she's just not cut out to be a part of the real world.
Who’s in it. Solanin stars Aoi Miyazaki as Meiko Inoue, Kengo Kora as Naruo Taneda, Kenta Kiritani as Jiro "Billy" Yamada and Arata Iura as Rikutaro Saeki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Solanin has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Solanin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Solanin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Solanin (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Solanin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Solanin worth watching?
- Solanin holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Solanin?
- Solanin stars Aoi Miyazaki, Kengo Kora, Kenta Kiritani, Arata Iura and Yoichi Kondo.
- When was Solanin released?
- Solanin was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 126 minutes.
