Showa Monogatari (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Series · ★ 8.5
Released in 2011, Showa Monogatari is an animation, comedy, drama and family series.
What it’s about. Shōwa Monogatari is a 2011 Japanese anime film and television series about the Yamazaki family, who live in Tokyo during Shōwa 39, the same year Tokyo hosts the 1964 Summer Olympics. The film, directed by Tadahiro Murakami, was released in Japan on January 29, 2011. Hiroshi Kugimiya directed the 13-episode television series, which had its broadcast run between April and July 2011
Who’s in it. Showa Monogatari stars Shoya Chiba as Kouhei Yamazaki (voice), Misato Fukuen as Yuko Yamazaki (voice), Yasunori Matsumoto as Yuzou Yamazaki (voice) and Sakiko Tamagawa as Sayoko Yamazaki (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Showa Monogatari 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 Showa Monogatari page.
If you liked it. Fans of Showa Monogatari tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Showa Monogatari (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Showa Monogatari change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Showa Monogatari worth watching?
- Showa Monogatari holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, comedy, drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Showa Monogatari?
- Showa Monogatari stars Shoya Chiba, Misato Fukuen, Yasunori Matsumoto and Sakiko Tamagawa.
- When was Showa Monogatari released?
- Showa Monogatari was released in 2011.