Lost Paradise (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1997, Lost Paradise is a drama and romance film directed by Yoshimitsu Morita, running about 119 minutes. “Rather lovers in hell than alone in heaven.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Kuki is a veteran newspaper reporter who has been shuffled off to a book-development branch and finds escape in an illicit relationship with Rinko. Together they find the passion no longer present in their marriages.
Who’s in it. Lost Paradise stars Koji Yakusho as Shoichiro Kuki, Hitomi Kuroki as Rinko Matsubaro, Akira Terao as Kinugawa and Toshio Shiba as Haruhiko Matsubara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Lost Paradise 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 Lost Paradise page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lost Paradise tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lost Paradise (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lost Paradise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lost Paradise worth watching?
- Lost Paradise holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lost Paradise?
- Lost Paradise stars Koji Yakusho, Hitomi Kuroki, Akira Terao, Toshio Shiba and Tomoko Hoshino.
- When was Lost Paradise released?
- Lost Paradise was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.