The Box (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2003, The Box is a drama film directed by Kanji Nakajima, running about 68 minutes.
What it’s about. A withering craftsman caters to the requests of iron ore. He breathes life into them as he listens to their wishes. His most prominent creation, a traveling box, wanders the landscape, following railroad tracks, collecting the memories of people. In this harsh world, life is dwindling and the craftsman designs machines to assist life, even that of a tree. The craftsman is more than a creator as he helps maintain the machines. As his life dwindles, so do the lives of these machines.
Who’s in it. The Box stars Kōichi Hayashi.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Box 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 Box page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Box tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Box (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Box change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Box worth watching?
- The Box 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 The Box?
- The Box stars Kōichi Hayashi.
- When was The Box released?
- The Box was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.