Roar (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2020, Roar is a drama and crime film directed by Ryo Katayama, running about 100 minutes. “ ” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the wake of a horrendous crime committed by his older brother, Makoto runs away from home and follows around a mysterious, silent vagrant who gets hired to beat up men. At the same time, radio announcer Hiromi tries to ward off the increasingly aggressive attention of her boss, with whom she starts a half-hearted affair, while struggling to find genuine love and compassion.
Who’s in it. Roar stars Ryo Katayama, Mari Kishi and Shoji Omiya.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Roar has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Roar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Roar (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Roar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Roar worth watching?
- Roar holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Roar?
- Roar stars Ryo Katayama, Mari Kishi and Shoji Omiya.
- When was Roar released?
- Roar was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.