Pure (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Series · ★ 7

Released in 1996, Pure is a drama series.
What it’s about. Orihara Yuka is an artist with savant syndrome, closely protected by her mother and her cousin. When one of her works is entered into a competition and wins first place, she is thrust out into a much wider world. She meets Sawatari Toru, a bitter reporter with a hard past, who treats her as if she were normal.
Who’s in it. Pure stars Emi Wakui as Orihara Yuka, Shinichi Tsutsumi as Sawatari Toru, Katsunori Takahashi as Kanzaki Ryo and Saki Takaoka as Terao Machiko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Pure has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pure page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pure tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pure (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pure change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pure worth watching?
- Pure holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Pure?
- Pure stars Emi Wakui, Shinichi Tsutsumi, Katsunori Takahashi, Saki Takaoka and Ryoko Shinohara.
- When was Pure released?
- Pure was released in 1996.
