Grotesque (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2009, Grotesque is a thriller and horror film directed by Koji Shiraishi, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. An unnamed doctor has always had everything he's ever wanted, but that has only made him develop more extreme and depraved needs. He kidnaps a young couple in the prime of their life together and forces them into a game of torment that slowly extinguishes their hopes for survival.
Who’s in it. Grotesque stars Hiroaki Kawatsure as Kazuo Kojima, Tsugumi Nagasawa as Aki Miyasita and Shigeo Ôsako as The Doctor.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Grotesque has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Fandor, AsianCrush and Cineverse Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Grotesque page.
If you liked it. Fans of Grotesque tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Grotesque (2009)?
- In US, Grotesque is available to stream on Fandor, AsianCrush and Cineverse Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Grotesque worth watching?
- Grotesque holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Grotesque?
- Grotesque stars Hiroaki Kawatsure, Tsugumi Nagasawa and Shigeo Ôsako.
- When was Grotesque released?
- Grotesque was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.