Nirvana Man (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 2

Released in 1983, Nirvana Man is a drama film directed by Masayoshi Nogami.
What it’s about. A depiction of the real story of actor Masaya Oki and his relationship with his adoptive father who adopted him as a son when Masaya Oki was 23 years old. In these days homosexuality was seen as unusual and hidden away from public. A 31 year old actor checks into a hotel in Tokyo, leaving a note with the words "Dad, wait in Nirvana..."
Who’s in it. Nirvana Man stars Daiki Katô, Masayoshi Nogami, Masaru Ohira and Hiroko Fuji, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Nirvana Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nirvana Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nirvana Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nirvana Man (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nirvana Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nirvana Man worth watching?
- Nirvana Man holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nirvana Man?
- Nirvana Man stars Daiki Katô, Masayoshi Nogami, Masaru Ohira, Hiroko Fuji and Akihito Ikeda.
- When was Nirvana Man released?
- Nirvana Man was released in 1983.