August without Him (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1994, August without Him is a documentary film directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. Hirata Yukata became the first man in Japan to publicly acknowledge that he had contracted HIV through gay sex. Filmed over a series of months, the documentary contrasts his public life as an outspoken figure on the lecture circuit with his personal descent into illness and death.
Who’s in it. August without Him stars Hirata Yukata as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, August without Him has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch August without Him page.
If you liked it. Fans of August without Him tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch August without Him (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for August without Him change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is August without Him worth watching?
- August without Him holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in August without Him?
- August without Him stars Hirata Yukata.
- When was August without Him released?
- August without Him was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.