The Last Dance (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1993, The Last Dance is a comedy and drama film directed by Jūzō Itami, running about 116 minutes. “For me, this is how I'll die...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A successful Japanese movie director in his sixties becomes increasingly ill while working on his latest film. Though his family, friends, and doctor try to keep the secret of his terminal cancer from him, Buhei gradually comes to realize the truth of his condition, leading him on a journey of despair, anger, and – ultimately – acceptance.
Who’s in it. The Last Dance stars Rentaro Mikuni as Buhei Mukai, Masahiko Tsugawa as Dr. Koichiro Ogata, Nobuko Miyamoto as Mariko and Yoshiki Arizono as Film Staff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Last Dance 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 Last Dance page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Dance tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Dance (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Dance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Dance worth watching?
- The Last Dance holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Last Dance?
- The Last Dance stars Rentaro Mikuni, Masahiko Tsugawa, Nobuko Miyamoto, Yoshiki Arizono and Tokie Hidari.
- When was The Last Dance released?
- The Last Dance was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.