Sky High (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Series · ★ 5
Released in 2003, Sky High is a drama series.
What it’s about. Sky High is a live-action, supernatural Japanese television drama series, starring actress and model, Yumiko Shaku. It aired in Japan, first run, from 2003 to 2004, and was popular enough to spawn the 2003 feature film of the same name. Both are based on the Japanese manga, Skyhigh. Shaku stars as Izuko, the Guardian of the Gate to the afterlife. The basic premise of the television series is somewhat similar in concept to the American series, Ghost Whisperer, in which the protagonist must use her powers to guide the dead on their journey to the afterlife by helping them determine the meaning or circumstance of their death. However, in Izuko's case, no matter how hard she tries, her guidance does not always result in a happy ending.
Who’s in it. Sky High stars Yumiko Shaku as Izuko, Kumiko Akiyoshi, Ikuji Nakamura as Master of the Gate(Voice) and Hisahiro Ogura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sky High has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sky High page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sky High tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sky High (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sky High change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sky High worth watching?
- Sky High holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sky High?
- Sky High stars Yumiko Shaku, Kumiko Akiyoshi, Ikuji Nakamura, Hisahiro Ogura and Leo Morimoto.
- When was Sky High released?
- Sky High was released in 2003.