The Cheese & The Worms (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6

The Cheese & The Worms poster

Released in 2006, The Cheese & The Worms is a documentary film directed by Haruyo Kato, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. A documentary that records the daily life of a mother with a limited life expectancy and a grandmother, directed by the daughter, Haruyo Kato.

Who’s in it. The Cheese & The Worms stars Naomi Kato and Fuku Kobayashi.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Cheese & The Worms has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cheese & The Worms page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Cheese & The Worms 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 The Cheese & The Worms (2006)?
In US, The Cheese & The Worms is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Cheese & The Worms worth watching?
The Cheese & The Worms holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Cheese & The Worms?
The Cheese & The Worms stars Naomi Kato and Fuku Kobayashi.
When was The Cheese & The Worms released?
The Cheese & The Worms was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.