Gu Gu, the Cat (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2008, Gu Gu, the Cat is a comedy and drama film directed by Isshin Inudo, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. Asako, a comic book artist in her early forties, is devastated by the death of her precious cat, Saba, which kept her company for over 15 years, as her assistant Naomi watches on with concern. Naomi is a young woman in her early twenties, who has her set of worries about love and future. Then one day, Asako meets a new cat, Gu Gu, which brings new joy and vitality to her life. What is more, she finds potential for love in a man named Seiji. Like Asako, Naomi, too, embarks on a new life plan.
Who’s in it. Gu Gu, the Cat stars Kyoko Koizumi as Asako Kojima, Juri Ueno as Naomi, Ryo Kase as Seiji Sawamura and Naojiro Hayashi as Mamoru, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Gu Gu, the Cat has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gu Gu, the Cat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gu Gu, the Cat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gu Gu, the Cat (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gu Gu, the Cat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gu Gu, the Cat worth watching?
- Gu Gu, the Cat holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Gu Gu, the Cat?
- Gu Gu, the Cat stars Kyoko Koizumi, Juri Ueno, Ryo Kase, Naojiro Hayashi and Tatsuya Isaka.
- When was Gu Gu, the Cat released?
- Gu Gu, the Cat was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.