The Young Strangers (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 8.5

Released in 2024, The Young Strangers is a drama film directed by Takuya Uchiyama, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. Ayato Kazama is repaying his deceased father's debts and caring for his mother, who suffers from a serious illness, while working at a construction site during the day and at the karaoke bar his parents opened at night. His brother, Sohei, lives with him and also takes on the debt repayment and caregiving, dedicating himself daily to becoming a mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter, following in their father's footsteps. Despite their suffocating life, Ayato longs to seize a small piece of happiness with his girlfriend. However, on a night meant to celebrate his best friend's wedding with a modest yet happy gathering, their simple daily life is shattered by unexpected violence.
Who’s in it. The Young Strangers stars Hayato Isomura, Yukino Kishii, Shodai Fukuyama and Shota Sometani, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Young Strangers 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 The Young Strangers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Young Strangers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Young Strangers (2024)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Young Strangers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Young Strangers worth watching?
- The Young Strangers holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Young Strangers?
- The Young Strangers stars Hayato Isomura, Yukino Kishii, Shodai Fukuyama, Shota Sometani and Kenichi Takitoh.
- When was The Young Strangers released?
- The Young Strangers was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.
