Teacher and Stray Cat (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2015, Teacher and Stray Cat is a comedy and drama film directed by Yoshihiro Fukagawa, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Following the death of his wife professor Kyoichi leads a solitary life by the sea. A stray cat called Mii, who was being fed by his wife, not only continues to drop by, but also seems to be visiting the altar Kyoichi has set up for his deceased wife. While uncomfortable with the cat and its visits, he nonetheless takes up a search when Mii goes missing. The endeavour connects him with the town's folk and reveals that he is not alone.
Who’s in it. Teacher and Stray Cat stars Ogata Issey as Kyoichi Morii, Issey Ogata as Kyoichi Morii, Shota Sometani as Shogo Kojika and Kie Kitano as Mayumi Matsukawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Teacher and Stray Cat 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 Teacher and Stray Cat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Teacher and Stray Cat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Teacher and Stray Cat (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Teacher and Stray Cat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Teacher and Stray Cat worth watching?
- Teacher and Stray Cat holds an audience score of 5.5 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 Teacher and Stray Cat?
- Teacher and Stray Cat stars Ogata Issey, Issey Ogata, Shota Sometani, Kie Kitano and Pierre Taki.