Helpless (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1996, Helpless is a drama and crime film directed by Shinji Aoyama, running about 80 minutes. “At dawn, armed with an ardent patience, we'll walk right into the magnificent cities, arthur rimbaud.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Yasuo is a gangster just released from jail. Believing his boss double-crossed him, enraged Yasuo is on his way to find the boss. But before setting out for the dangerous trip, Yasuo asks Kenji to take care of his mentally challenged sister, Yuri, and a mysterious black bag.
Who’s in it. Helpless stars Tadanobu Asano as Kenji Shiraishi, Ken Mitsuishi as Yasuo Matsumura, Yoichiro Saito as Akihiko and Tarō Suwa as Cook, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Helpless has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Helpless page.
If you liked it. Fans of Helpless tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Helpless (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Helpless change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Helpless worth watching?
- Helpless holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Helpless?
- Helpless stars Tadanobu Asano, Ken Mitsuishi, Yoichiro Saito, Tarō Suwa and Kaori Tsuji.
- When was Helpless released?
- Helpless was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.