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The Tempest (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Series · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2011, The Tempest is a drama series.

What it’s about. Set in the Ryukyu Kingdom during the latter days of the Tokugawa shogunate, a woman takes the guise of a Eunuch to pass a government examination. She eventually becomes a government official still in the disguise of a man.

Who’s in it. The Tempest stars Yukie Nakama as Manazuru / Neon Son, Shosuke Tanihara as Masahiro Asakura, Takashi Tsukamoto as Asanobu Kisyaba and Eiji Okuda as Son Shishi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Tempest 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 The Tempest page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Tempest (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tempest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Tempest worth watching?
The Tempest holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Tempest?
The Tempest stars Yukie Nakama, Shosuke Tanihara, Takashi Tsukamoto, Eiji Okuda and Saki Takaoka.
When was The Tempest released?
The Tempest was released in 2011.