Leap Year Girl (2015): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2015, Leap Year Girl is a notable film directed by Chihiro Amano, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. In a leap year in the 21st Century, actress Emi returns home for the first time in 12 years. Almost thirty but still far from being a popular star, she finds that the only thing unchanged back home is the view of old countryside. She finds all her friends older, properly grown up, and married with children. There are also matters to think of, such as money and age. She is not getting any younger. But Emi still believes that she is no ordinary person. She still believes in miracles. She is not going to change. Some day she will be transformed into someone really special. Depicting the dilemma, hope and fear that many women feel as they are about to turn thirty, this charming film features inspiring performances by the young cast.

Who’s in it. Leap Year Girl stars Emiri Kosaki, Kiyohiko Shibukawa and Yugo Mikawa.

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