Jellyfish Restaurant (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 2016, Jellyfish Restaurant is a drama, animation and romance film directed by Hiromi Taniguchi, running about 29 minutes.

What it’s about. Yōtarō Misaki finds himself lying on the beach one day. He is picked up by Arashi, who manages a restaurant called Kurage no Shokudō. When asked who he is, the protagonist tells a lie that he lost his memory — but he remembers everything, including the fact that his twin brother died.

Who’s in it. Jellyfish Restaurant stars Goro Kurihara as Yotaro Misaki (voice), Masaya Matsukaze as Arashi (voice), Sayuri Sadaoka as Natsuko's mother (voice) and Satomi Korogi as Natsuko (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Jellyfish Restaurant 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 Jellyfish Restaurant page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Jellyfish Restaurant (2016)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jellyfish Restaurant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Jellyfish Restaurant worth watching?
Jellyfish Restaurant holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, animation and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Jellyfish Restaurant?
Jellyfish Restaurant stars Goro Kurihara, Masaya Matsukaze, Sayuri Sadaoka, Satomi Korogi and Kenta Zaima.
When was Jellyfish Restaurant released?
Jellyfish Restaurant was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 29 minutes.