Sisam (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 9.3
Released in 2024, Sisam is a drama and history film directed by Hiroyuki Nakao, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. A history drama portraying the confrontation between the indigenous Ainu people living on Japan’s northernmost main island—then called “Ezo” and now known as “Hokkaido”—and the “sisam”, the Ainu word for ethnic Japanese.
Who’s in it. Sisam stars Kanichiro as Kojiro, Takahiro Miura as Einosuke [Kojiro's older brother], Masato Wada as Zensuke and Ryota Bando as Young Ainu Man, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.3/10, Sisam 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 Sisam page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sisam tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sisam (2024)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sisam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sisam worth watching?
- Sisam holds an audience score of 9.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sisam?
- Sisam stars Kanichiro, Takahiro Miura, Masato Wada, Ryota Bando and Takahiro Hirano.
- When was Sisam released?
- Sisam was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.