The Room (1992): cast, story & where to watch

1992 · Film · ★ 4.9

The Room poster

Released in 1992, The Room is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Sion Sono, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. A quiet killer is looking for a room. The real state agent, shy and expressionless, guides him through Tokyo, towards the ruins the decadent economy has left behind, in hopes of finding The Room.

Who’s in it. The Room stars Akaji Maro as The Hitman, Yoriko Doguchi as Real Estate Agent, Shiro Sano as The Dying Man and Sayoko Takahashi as The Stranger.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Room has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Room page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Room tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Room (1992)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Room change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Room worth watching?
The Room holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Room?
The Room stars Akaji Maro, Yoriko Doguchi, Shiro Sano and Sayoko Takahashi.
When was The Room released?
The Room was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.