Persona Non Grata (2015): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2015, Persona Non Grata is a drama, war and history film directed by Cellin Gluck, running about 139 minutes.

What it’s about. The story of a Japanese diplomat, sometimes called the Schindler of Japan, and his life lading up to and after his decision to issue over 2,000 visas to Jewish refugees in Kaunas, Lithuania resulting in saving the lives of over 6,000 people. This is the story of a man who believed in doing all he could do for the benefit of his beloved Japan, including trying to keep her from becoming embroiled in a worldwide conflict he saw as inevitable. Along the way, he came face to face with the plight of the European Jews as they tried to escape the onslaught of the Nazi's and the rapidly advancing German army. Caught between the unbending policies of his country now bound by treaty with Nazi Germany and his awakening moral responsibilities, we follow his life from his early days in Manchuria to his eventual posting in Lithuania and his appointment with destiny which would forever brand him a hero.

Who’s in it. Persona Non Grata stars Borys Szyc as Pesz, Toshiaki Karasawa, Koyuki and Agnieszka Grochowska, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Persona Non Grata has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Persona Non Grata tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.