Human Livestock (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1999, Human Livestock is a drama film directed by Akira Fukamachi, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Tamie’s husband Shuhei is a famous novelist. However he mysteriously disappeared after WWII. One day, his old friend Mikuni shows up to Tamie’s house. He accuses Tamie of killing him. Mikuni shows her proof, in the form of a letter the novelist wrote before he disappeared. However, the truth is much more twisted than he could imagine... This period film, set in post-WWII Japan, is truly one of the more bizarre and twisted Pink Films you'll ever see.
Who’s in it. Human Livestock stars Hotaru Hazuki, Kanae Mizuhara, Satomi Shinozaki and Yōko Satomi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Human Livestock has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Human Livestock page.
If you liked it. Fans of Human Livestock tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Human Livestock (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Human Livestock change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Human Livestock worth watching?
- Human Livestock 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 Human Livestock?
- Human Livestock stars Hotaru Hazuki, Kanae Mizuhara, Satomi Shinozaki, Yōko Satomi and Hiroyuki Kawasaki.
- When was Human Livestock released?
- Human Livestock was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.