Wakamusha (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2024, Wakamusha is a drama film directed by Ryutaro Ninomiya, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Three young men live and work in a nearly-deserted Japanese city. The three wander the streets, ruminating on the pointlessness of life in the modern age, never quite living up to the deeds of a fallen friend, until one of them goes too far and permanently fractures their relationship.
Who’s in it. Wakamusha stars Ryota Bando, Rion Takahashi, Naoya Shimizu and Aki Kigoshi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Wakamusha 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 Wakamusha page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wakamusha tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wakamusha (2024)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wakamusha change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wakamusha worth watching?
- Wakamusha holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Wakamusha?
- Wakamusha stars Ryota Bando, Rion Takahashi, Naoya Shimizu, Aki Kigoshi and Saeki Yuzuha.
- When was Wakamusha released?
- Wakamusha was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.