A Drop of the Grapevine (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 2

Released in 2014, A Drop of the Grapevine is a comedy and drama film directed by Yukiko Mishima, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. After a symphonic music career in Europe cut short by hearing loss, Ao (Oizumi Yo) returns home to run his family's farm in Hokkaido alongside younger brother Roku (Sometani Shota). Roku carries on the family legacy of wheat farming, but Ao becomes obsessed with starting a winery specializing in Pinot Noir. The brothers' troubled relationship is upset further when one day mysterious yet charming Erika (Ando Yuko) pitches camp in a neighboring field. A Drop of the Grapevine is the second of director Mishima Yukiko's Hokkaido Trilogy, an intended triptych that features the natural bounty and scenic landscapes of Japan's northern island.
Who’s in it. A Drop of the Grapevine stars Yo Oizumi as Ao, Shota Sometani as Roku, Yuko Ando as Erika and Kyōko Enami, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, A Drop of the Grapevine has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Drop of the Grapevine page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Drop of the Grapevine tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Drop of the Grapevine (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Drop of the Grapevine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Drop of the Grapevine worth watching?
- A Drop of the Grapevine holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Drop of the Grapevine?
- A Drop of the Grapevine stars Yo Oizumi, Shota Sometani, Yuko Ando, Kyōko Enami and Kitaro.
- When was A Drop of the Grapevine released?
- A Drop of the Grapevine was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.
