Zen and Bones (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film

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Released in 2016, Zen and Bones is a documentary film directed by Takahiro Nakamura, running about 127 minutes.

What it’s about. The story of Henri Mitowa, a 93-year old Japanese monk, who wants to make a movie based on his own life.

Who’s in it. Zen and Bones stars Henry Mitowa as Himself, Masatoshi Nagase as Kazuo Kondo, Chad Mullane as John Mittwer and Go Riju as Motoi Shimura, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zen and Bones page.

If you liked it. Fans of Zen and Bones tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Zen and Bones (2016)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zen and Bones change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Zen and Bones?
Zen and Bones stars Henry Mitowa, Masatoshi Nagase, Chad Mullane, Go Riju and Kimiko Yo.
When was Zen and Bones released?
Zen and Bones was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.