The Mars Canon (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2002, The Mars Canon is a drama and romance film directed by Shiori Kazama, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. A look at the problems two couples, Kohei and Kinuko, and Manabe and Hijiri, have in their relationships, and the solutions they try to devise as a way out.
Who’s in it. The Mars Canon stars Makiko Kuno as Kinuko, Fumiyo Kohinata as Kohei, Mami Nakamura as Hijiri and Kiyohiko Shibukawa as Manabe.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Mars Canon 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 Mars Canon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mars Canon tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mars Canon (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mars Canon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mars Canon worth watching?
- The Mars Canon holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mars Canon?
- The Mars Canon stars Makiko Kuno, Fumiyo Kohinata, Mami Nakamura and Kiyohiko Shibukawa.
- When was The Mars Canon released?
- The Mars Canon was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.