Hanalei Bay (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 2018, Hanalei Bay is a drama film directed by Daishi Matsunaga, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. A single mother receives a phone call saying her son had died from a shark attack in Hanalei Bay, Hawaii, where she now visits annually on her son’s death anniversary. One day, she meets two young Japanese surfers who tell her about a young Japanese surfer with one leg.
Who’s in it. Hanalei Bay stars Yoh Yoshida as Sachi, Reo Sano as Takashi, Nijiro Murakami as Takahashi and Louis Kurihara as Ryo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Hanalei Bay 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 Hanalei Bay page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hanalei Bay tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hanalei Bay (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hanalei Bay change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hanalei Bay worth watching?
- Hanalei Bay holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hanalei Bay?
- Hanalei Bay stars Yoh Yoshida, Reo Sano, Nijiro Murakami, Louis Kurihara and Gai Sato.
- When was Hanalei Bay released?
- Hanalei Bay was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.
