Blue Hour (2019): cast, story & where to watch

2019 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 2019, Blue Hour is a comedy and drama film directed by Hakota Yuko, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Trapped in her anemic career and love relationship, a 30-year-old TV commercial director returns to her countryside home in the company of a free-spirited friend. In a bittersweet reunion with an alienated family, her childhood memories of freedom and yearnings creep in the dreamlike blue hour, transcending into a lyricism of self-realization – at once whimsical, agonizing and yet hopeful.

Who’s in it. Blue Hour stars Kaho as Yuka Sunada, Shim Eun-kyung as Asami Kiyoura, Kaho Minami as Sunada's Mother and Daichi Watanabe as Sunada's Husband, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Blue Hour has been warmly received by audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blue Hour (2019)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blue Hour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blue Hour worth watching?
Blue Hour holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Blue Hour?
Blue Hour stars Kaho, Shim Eun-kyung, Kaho Minami, Daichi Watanabe and Denden.
When was Blue Hour released?
Blue Hour was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.