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Dance with Me (1996): cast, story & where to watch

1996 · Film

Dance with Me poster

Released in 1996, Dance with Me is a drama film directed by Ryū Murakami, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. As a child, Kyoko learned latin dance from Jose, a Cuban-American serviceman stationed in Japan. Years later, Kyoko travels to New York to see Jose again. After much searching, she finds Jose, only to discover that he is dying of AIDS and no longer remembers much of his past, including the time he and Kyoko spent together.

Who’s in it. Dance with Me stars Saki Takaoka as Kyoko, Masayuki Shida as Truck Driver, Patricia Álvarez as Young Kyoko and Emilio Gutiérrez Caba as Boy at funeral, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dance with Me page.

If you liked it. Fans of Dance with Me tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Dance with Me (1996)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dance with Me change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Dance with Me?
Dance with Me stars Saki Takaoka, Masayuki Shida, Patricia Álvarez, Emilio Gutiérrez Caba and George Best.
When was Dance with Me released?
Dance with Me was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.