Lady Maiko (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2014, Lady Maiko is a comedy, drama and music film directed by Masayuki Suo, running about 135 minutes. “What does it take to be a lady?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Country bumpkin Haruko only ever wanted to become a maiko, an apprentice geisha. Initially rebuffed for lack of references, Haruko's strong accent intrigues a linguistics professor, who undertakes to coach her.
Who’s in it. Lady Maiko stars Mone Kamishiraishi as Haruko Saigo, Hiroki Hasegawa as Hoshi Kyono, Sumiko Fuji as Chiharu Kojima and Tamiyo Kusakari as Rishun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Lady Maiko 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 Lady Maiko page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lady Maiko tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lady Maiko (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lady Maiko change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lady Maiko worth watching?
- Lady Maiko holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Lady Maiko?
- Lady Maiko stars Mone Kamishiraishi, Hiroki Hasegawa, Sumiko Fuji, Tamiyo Kusakari and Eri Watanabe.