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Bean Cake (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 2001, Bean Cake is a notable film directed by David Greenspan, running about 12 minutes.

What it’s about. On his first day of school in Tokyo 1933, young Uchida Taro makes the mistake of saying he likes his favourite snack more than the Emperor.

Who’s in it. Bean Cake stars Ryuichi Miyakawa as Uchida Taro, Sayaka Kanda as Mihara O-Yoshi, Chikara Inoue as Obe-Sensei and Naoko Niya as Taro's Mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Bean Cake 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 Bean Cake page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bean Cake (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bean Cake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bean Cake worth watching?
Bean Cake holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Bean Cake?
Bean Cake stars Ryuichi Miyakawa, Sayaka Kanda, Chikara Inoue, Naoko Niya and Takuya Matsuda.
When was Bean Cake released?
Bean Cake was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.