Sunset (2023): cast, story & where to watch

2023 · Series · ★ 8.1

Sunset poster

Released in 2023, Sunset is a drama and mystery series.

What it’s about. Hasebe Kaori is a rookie movie director. She consults with new screenwriter Kai Chihiro about her movie's screenplay. The script is based on the Sasazukacho Family Murder Case that occurred 15 years ago. That murder case involved a hikikomori man who murdered his younger sister at their home and then set their home on fire. The fire also killed his parents. The town where the murder took place is also the hometown of Kai Chihiro. Both Hasebe Kaori and Kai Chihiro have secrets related to the family murder case. While Hasebe Kaori and Kai Chihiro look into this murder case for their movie, a shocking truth is uncovered.

Who’s in it. Sunset stars Keiko Kitagawa as Hasebe Kaori, Riho Yoshioka as Kai Mahiro, Hitomi Kuroki as Ohata Rinko and Ryoma Takeuchi as Tateishi Rikito, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, Sunset 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 Sunset page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sunset tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sunset (2023)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sunset change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sunset worth watching?
Sunset holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Sunset?
Sunset stars Keiko Kitagawa, Riho Yoshioka, Hitomi Kuroki, Ryoma Takeuchi and Shiori Kubo.
When was Sunset released?
Sunset was released in 2023.