Hachiko (2023): cast, story & where to watch
2023 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2023, Hachiko is a drama and family film directed by Xu Ang, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. This is the story of a puppy that touched hundreds of millions of people around the world. Hachiko (/Batong) is a cute Chinese pastoral dog. He met his destined owner Chen Jingxiu in the vast crowd and became a member of the Chen family. With the passage of time, the once beautiful home is no longer there, but Batong is still waiting where it is, and its fate is closely tied to its family. This film is adapted from the original script "Hachiko" by Kaneto Shindo.
Who’s in it. Hachiko stars Feng Xiaogang as 陈敬修 / Chen Jingxiu, Joan Chen as 李佳珍 / Li Jiazhen, Bai Jugang as 陈新桥 / Chen Xinqiao and Huang Chutong as 陈晓舟 / Chen Xiaozhou, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Hachiko has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $42.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hachiko page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hachiko tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hachiko (2023)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hachiko change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hachiko worth watching?
- Hachiko holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hachiko?
- Hachiko stars Feng Xiaogang, Joan Chen, Bai Jugang, Huang Chutong and Bo Qian.
- When was Hachiko released?
- Hachiko was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.