Firefly (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film
Released in 2001, Firefly is a drama film directed by Naomi Kawase, running about 164 minutes.
What it’s about. Emotionally withdrawn strip club dancer Ayako has never recovered from her mother's suicide when she was young. She begins a relationship with patient potter Daiji, but leaves him behind when she quits her job and returns to her home town after a 10 year absence.
Who’s in it. Firefly stars Yuko Nakamura as Ayako, Miyako Yamaguchi as Yasuko, Toshiya Nagasawa as Daiji and Toshiyuki Kitami, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Firefly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Firefly tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Firefly (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Firefly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Firefly?
- Firefly stars Yuko Nakamura, Miyako Yamaguchi, Toshiya Nagasawa, Toshiyuki Kitami and Ken Mitsuishi.
- When was Firefly released?
- Firefly was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 164 minutes.