Paradise (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.5

Released in 2006, Paradise is a drama film directed by Tōru Kamei, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in a rural fishing village in southern Japan, this is the story of Erika, a celebrated former anchorwoman now back in her hometown campaigning for a seat in the national party, and Yohei, an insecure fisherman-in-training. The two are worlds apart...
Who’s in it. Paradise stars Shion Machida as Erika, Hideo Sakaki as Yohei, Katsuya Kobayashi and Fujiko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Paradise 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 Paradise page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paradise tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paradise (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paradise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paradise worth watching?
- Paradise holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paradise?
- Paradise stars Shion Machida, Hideo Sakaki, Katsuya Kobayashi, Fujiko and Takashi Nomura.
- When was Paradise released?
- Paradise was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.
