The Burning (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2008, The Burning is a thriller and drama film directed by Kenta Hayashida, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. Minako is diagnosed with a brain tumor and doesn't have long to live. She wants to see her twin sister once again, but there are consequences. The twins bring out the worst in each other. Together, they are psycho-pyromaniacs and can be very destructive. There's a reason why they've been separated for 13 years, to protect themselves and those around them. Now, they'll be together again.
Who’s in it. The Burning stars Mika Nakamura as Hinako Okuda, Rika Nakamura as Minako Kashima, Taichi Hirabayashi as Daichi Yamamoto and Tsuyoshi Setoguchi as Masahiko Ikezawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Burning 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 The Burning page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Burning tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Burning (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Burning change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Burning worth watching?
- The Burning holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Burning?
- The Burning stars Mika Nakamura, Rika Nakamura, Taichi Hirabayashi, Tsuyoshi Setoguchi and Yutaka Oda.
- When was The Burning released?
- The Burning was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.