Flames of a Flower (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2025, Flames of a Flower is a drama and thriller film directed by Oudai Kojima, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. Shimada, a former Self-Defense Force member, suffers from severe PTSD following the loss of a comrade in a firefight in war-torn South Sudan, a tragedy covered up by the government. Shining a light into Shimada's solitary life in illegal arms manufacturing is a job as an apprentice at a traditional Japanese fireworks factory. There he begins crafting fireworks alongside the master artisan and fellow craftsmen who embrace fireworks that illuminate people's peaceful lives. Yet, parallel to Shimada's journey, his comrades-in-arms with unresolved feelings team up on radical acts to expose the government's cover-up, escalating tensions and pulling Shimada back into the darkness he thought he'd left behind.
Who’s in it. Flames of a Flower stars Ikken Yamamoto, Yurina Yanagi, Yohei Matsukado and Ippei Tanaka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Flames of a Flower sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flames of a Flower page.
If you liked it. Fans of Flames of a Flower tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Flames of a Flower (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flames of a Flower change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Flames of a Flower worth watching?
- Flames of a Flower holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and thriller. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Flames of a Flower?
- Flames of a Flower stars Ikken Yamamoto, Yurina Yanagi, Yohei Matsukado, Ippei Tanaka and Yujiro Hara.
- When was Flames of a Flower released?
- Flames of a Flower was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.