Looking for an Angel (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1999, Looking for an Angel is a drama film directed by Akihiro Suzuki, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Takachi, a young porno star from a small town in Japan is found dead. His death provides the opportunity to show us his true emotions, and how his two best friends in Tokyo remember him. These two travel back to Takachi's town, Kochi, which Takachi himself had visited just prior to dying. In Kochi, all boys seem to be angels.
Who’s in it. Looking for an Angel stars Kōichi Imaizumi as Takachi, Akira Suehiro as Shinpei, Hotaru Hazuki as Reiko and Kuroiwa Akira as Sorao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Looking for an Angel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Looking for an Angel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Looking for an Angel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Looking for an Angel (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Looking for an Angel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Looking for an Angel worth watching?
- Looking for an Angel holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Looking for an Angel?
- Looking for an Angel stars Kōichi Imaizumi, Akira Suehiro, Hotaru Hazuki, Kuroiwa Akira and Kôichi Fujishima.
- When was Looking for an Angel released?
- Looking for an Angel was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.