Hand Maid Mai (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 2003, Hand Maid Mai is a comedy, animation and science fiction film directed by Shigeru Kimiya, running about 29 minutes.

What it’s about. Hideo Ozu is an editor in a shady adult video company. For years, he has dreamed of being a motion picture director while his childhood friend Mai Kurosawa has become an upcoming actress. Then one day, his dreams are shattered when Mai takes all of his amateur videos of her and tells him to get out of her life. On his way home after a few drinks, Hideo bumps into Cyberdoll Sara, who makes him mark an invoice. When he arrives at his pad, Hideo is greeted by three Cyberdolls—Mai, Ai and Mie...

Who’s in it. Hand Maid Mai stars Kiyomi Asai as Ai (voice), Sanae Kobayashi as Mai (voice), Miyu Matsuki as Mie (voice) and Kenichi Suzumura as Hideo Ozu (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Hand Maid Mai has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hand Maid Mai page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hand Maid Mai (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hand Maid Mai change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Hand Maid Mai worth watching?
Hand Maid Mai holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, animation and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Hand Maid Mai?
Hand Maid Mai stars Kiyomi Asai, Sanae Kobayashi, Miyu Matsuki and Kenichi Suzumura.
When was Hand Maid Mai released?
Hand Maid Mai was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 29 minutes.