Chronus (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 6.2

Chronus poster

Released in 2014, Chronus is a fantasy and animation film directed by Naoyuki Onda, running about 24 minutes.

What it’s about. Makoto Nakazono is a high school student with a small dark secret. Since he was little, he has had the mysterious power to see "black entities" that steal souls. One day, he is suddenly interrogated by one of the "black entities," Akira Seno: "Will you get in our way?" But Makoto replies with an air of resignation, "There's nothing I can do anyway, so I won't." At that moment, Makoto didn't notice the threatening shadow approaching his childhood friend Hazuki...

Who’s in it. Chronus stars Natsuki Hanae as Makoto Nakazono (voice), Daisuke Ono as Akira Seno (voice), Yosihisa Hosokawa as Kenji Izumi (voice) and Yukihiro Matsumoto as Chiko Shimura, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Chronus 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 Chronus page.

If you liked it. Fans of Chronus tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Chronus (2014)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chronus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Chronus worth watching?
Chronus holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Chronus?
Chronus stars Natsuki Hanae, Daisuke Ono, Yosihisa Hosokawa, Yukihiro Matsumoto and Yūki Matsumoto.
When was Chronus released?
Chronus was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.