Poolside Man (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2016, Poolside Man is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Hirobumi Watanabe, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. In a suburb north of Tokyo that seems to be secluded from the world’s madness and malice, Yusuke Mizuhara works as a lifeguard at a swimming pool. With no family, friends or love, his life is lonely and monotonous. One day, he goes to another pool as a replacement guard with his unpopular co-worker Koji Shirasaki…
Who’s in it. Poolside Man stars Gaku Imamura, Yukiko Hachisu, Misao Hirayama and Karin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Poolside Man sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Poolside Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Poolside Man tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Poolside Man (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Poolside Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Poolside Man worth watching?
- Poolside Man holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Poolside Man?
- Poolside Man stars Gaku Imamura, Yukiko Hachisu, Misao Hirayama, Karin and Takanori Kurosaki.
- When was Poolside Man released?
- Poolside Man was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.