Ken San (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 2016, Ken San is a documentary film directed by Yûichi Hibi, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. KEN SAN pieces together the puzzle of the life and legacy of Japan's mythical acting icon, Ken Takakura. Collaborators, friends and family tell intimate stories of Ken's journey: how one man of quiet dignity became a cultural barrier-breaking film star.
Who’s in it. Ken San stars Yu Oh-seong as Self, Michael Douglas as Self, Martin Scorsese as Self and Paul Schrader as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Ken San has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ken San page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ken San tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ken San (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ken San change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ken San worth watching?
- Ken San holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ken San?
- Ken San stars Yu Oh-seong, Michael Douglas, Martin Scorsese, Paul Schrader and John Woo.
- When was Ken San released?
- Ken San was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.