A Bolt from the Blue (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2014, A Bolt from the Blue is a comedy and drama film directed by Gekidan Hitori, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Haruo has a dream to become the best magician, but, so far, he is only a marginal magician. Haruo also doesn't have parents. He then goes back 40 years in time to Asakusa, Tokyo. There, he meets his parents when they were young and he learns the secret of his birth.
Who’s in it. A Bolt from the Blue stars Yo Oizumi as Haruo Domeki / Shotaro Domeki, Ko Shibasaki as Etsuko Hanamura, Gekidan Hitori as Shotaro Domeki and Takashi Sasano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, A Bolt from the Blue 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 A Bolt from the Blue page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Bolt from the Blue tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Bolt from the Blue (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Bolt from the Blue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Bolt from the Blue worth watching?
- A Bolt from the Blue holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Bolt from the Blue?
- A Bolt from the Blue stars Yo Oizumi, Ko Shibasaki, Gekidan Hitori, Takashi Sasano and Morio Kazama.
- When was A Bolt from the Blue released?
- A Bolt from the Blue was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.