The Calamari Wrestler (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2004, The Calamari Wrestler is a comedy film directed by Minoru Kawasaki, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. This wild comedy pokes fun at the world of pro-wrestling by placing its accomplished wrestler protagonist Koji Taguchi against a giant squid known as the Calamari Wrestler. The Calimari Wrestler not only proves to be Koji's most difficult opponent yet, but also has an effect on several people's personal lives when he becomes the unlikely object of a young girl's affection.
Who’s in it. The Calamari Wrestler stars Osamu Nishimura as The Calamari Wrestler, Akira Nogami as The Octopus Wrestler, Miho Shiraishi as Sister and Kana Ishida, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Calamari Wrestler has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Calamari Wrestler page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Calamari Wrestler tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Calamari Wrestler (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Calamari Wrestler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Calamari Wrestler worth watching?
- The Calamari Wrestler holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Calamari Wrestler?
- The Calamari Wrestler stars Osamu Nishimura, Akira Nogami, Miho Shiraishi, Kana Ishida and Nobuo Kameko.
- When was The Calamari Wrestler released?
- The Calamari Wrestler was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.