The Yen Family (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1988, The Yen Family is a comedy, drama and family film directed by Yojiro Takita, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in Japan during the bubble era, this unique home comedy cheerfully and humorously depicts the daily life of a strange family that works together to accumulate a small amount of money, while mixing irony and satire.
Who’s in it. The Yen Family stars Takeshi Kaga as Hajime Kimura, Kaori Momoi as Noriko Kimura, Hiromi Iwasaki as Terumi Kimura and Mitsunori Isaki as Taro Kimura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Yen Family 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 Yen Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Yen Family tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Yen Family (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Yen Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Yen Family worth watching?
- The Yen Family holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Yen Family?
- The Yen Family stars Takeshi Kaga, Kaori Momoi, Hiromi Iwasaki, Mitsunori Isaki and Akira Emoto.
- When was The Yen Family released?
- The Yen Family was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.