Himizu (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2011, Himizu is a drama and crime film directed by Sion Sono, running about 129 minutes. “All hopes ruined by his parents.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After two teenagers from abusive households befriend each other, their lives take a dark adventure into existentialism, despair, and human frailty.
Who’s in it. Himizu stars Shota Sometani as Yuichi Sumida, Fumi Nikaido as Keiko Chazawa, Tetsu Watanabe as Shozo Yoruno and Tarô Suwa as Maa-kun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Himizu has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Himizu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Himizu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Himizu (2011)?
- In AU, Himizu is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Himizu worth watching?
- Himizu holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Himizu?
- Himizu stars Shota Sometani, Fumi Nikaido, Tetsu Watanabe, Tarô Suwa and Setchin Kawaya.
- When was Himizu released?
- Himizu was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.