MAID-DROID (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 2008, MAID-DROID is a thriller, drama and science fiction film directed by Naoyuki Tomomatsu, running about 65 minutes. “She is a maid robot who will bring the fantasy world to you!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The main plotline concerns retired Mr Ueno, who since a child has been cared for by his late parents’ robot maid ‘Maria’ – a lifelike humanoid in a maid’s outfit! Over the years, Ueno has developed an unconsummated love for Maria, but although she has not ‘aged’ as such, she is now classed as an obsolete model and Ueno is finding it difficult replacing her fading battery… The secondary plotline involves Detective Yuri Akagi, who is investigating a series of rapes, which she believes may be being committed by a rogue droid.

Who’s in it. MAID-DROID stars Akiho Yoshizawa as Maria, Anri Suzuki as Detective Yuri Akagi, Masayoshi Nogami as Mr Ueno and Hiroshi Fujita as Otaku Critic, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, MAID-DROID has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch MAID-DROID page.

If you liked it. Fans of MAID-DROID tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch MAID-DROID (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for MAID-DROID change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is MAID-DROID worth watching?
MAID-DROID holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in MAID-DROID?
MAID-DROID stars Akiho Yoshizawa, Anri Suzuki, Masayoshi Nogami, Hiroshi Fujita and Hiroyuki Kaneko.
When was MAID-DROID released?
MAID-DROID was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.