Smiling People (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2020, Smiling People is a notable film directed by Masayuki Ochiai.
What it’s about. Based on a novel of by Nukui Tokuro, Hohoemu Hito tells the story of Nito Toshimi who, after graduating from Japan’s most difficult university and founding a job at a major city bank, marries Shoko and have a daughter, Amina. Nito, while leading a life that looks like the picture of happiness and being the envy of everyone, is charged with the murder of his wife and young child. At his trial, he reveals a shocking motive for the crime: “I wanted space for books.”
Who’s in it. Smiling People stars Tori Matsuzaka as Toshimi Nito, Machiko Ono as Akira Kamoi, Katsuhisa Namase as Hajime Inoue and Yoji Tanaka as Koichi Takizawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Smiling People has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Smiling People page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Smiling People (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Smiling People change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Smiling People worth watching?
- Smiling People holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Smiling People?
- Smiling People stars Tori Matsuzaka, Machiko Ono, Katsuhisa Namase, Yoji Tanaka and Tenkyû Fukuda.
- When was Smiling People released?
- Smiling People was released in 2020.