Minazuki (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1999, Minazuki is a drama film directed by Rokurō Mochizuki, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Akira's wife walks out on him, leaving him to confide in his gangster brother-in-law. Using only a cryptic note as a clue the two brothers go on a road trip to find his wife. After a series of violent encounters with strangers, Akira meets a prostitute. The pair start a relationship. After Akira finds his wife, he questions whether he still wants to be with her.
Who’s in it. Minazuki stars Eiji Okuda, Kazuki Kitamura, Takami Yoshimoto and Keiko Oginome, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Minazuki has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Minazuki page.
If you liked it. Fans of Minazuki tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Minazuki (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Minazuki change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Minazuki worth watching?
- Minazuki holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Minazuki?
- Minazuki stars Eiji Okuda, Kazuki Kitamura, Takami Yoshimoto, Keiko Oginome and Takashi Saito.
- When was Minazuki released?
- Minazuki was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.