The Antique (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2018, The Antique is a drama and mystery film directed by Yukiko Mishima, running about 121 minutes. “Memory of antique books” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Job-hunting Daisuke heads to the Antiquarian Bookshop Biblia in Kita-Kamakura with a book signed by Natsume Soseki that his deceased grandmother left behind. He asks the beautiful shop owner Shioriko to authenticate the book. However, the book in question hides an unexpected secret from his grandmother.
Who’s in it. The Antique stars Haru Kuroki as Shioriko Shinokawa, Shuhei Nomura as Daisuke Goura, Masahiro Higashide as Yoshio Tanaka and Kaho as Kinuko Goura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Antique 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 Antique page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Antique tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Antique (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Antique change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Antique worth watching?
- The Antique holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Antique?
- The Antique stars Haru Kuroki, Shuhei Nomura, Masahiro Higashide, Kaho and Momoka.
- When was The Antique released?
- The Antique was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.