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Crab Goalkeeper (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 2006, Crab Goalkeeper is a comedy film directed by Minoru Kawasaki, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. From Minoru Kawasaki, the director of "The Calamari Wrestler," "Executive Koala," "The Entire World Sinks Except Japan," and "The Rug Cop," comes the epic story of a giant crab who washes ashore, befriends a boy, finds love, and becomes a sports legend. The film has been described by Kawasaki as being 'like Forrest Gump...but with a crab.'

Who’s in it. Crab Goalkeeper stars Mikisuke Haruyama, Hiroshi Fujioka, Arthur Kuroda and Aya Koizumi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Crab Goalkeeper 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 Crab Goalkeeper page.

If you liked it. Fans of Crab Goalkeeper tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Crab Goalkeeper (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crab Goalkeeper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Crab Goalkeeper worth watching?
Crab Goalkeeper holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Crab Goalkeeper?
Crab Goalkeeper stars Mikisuke Haruyama, Hiroshi Fujioka, Arthur Kuroda, Aya Koizumi and Hiroaki Morishima.
When was Crab Goalkeeper released?
Crab Goalkeeper was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.