Billiken (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film
Released in 1996, Billiken is a fantasy and drama film directed by Junji Sakamoto, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The main hero of this film is the spirit of the once very popular wooden statuette called Billiken. It's a small god with a pointed head, a fat belly and a characteristic smile. When the casket in which the statuette was found is broken, the spirit of Billiken is free. After that he tries to fulfill the wishes of all those who had prayed to him, but it doesn't always works.
Who’s in it. Billiken stars Tetta Sugimoto as Billiken, Ryûtarô Gan as Ekage, Tomoko Yamaguchi as Tsukino and Ittoku Kishibe, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Billiken page.
If you liked it. Fans of Billiken tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Billiken (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Billiken change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Billiken?
- Billiken stars Tetta Sugimoto, Ryûtarô Gan, Tomoko Yamaguchi, Ittoku Kishibe and Shigeru Izumiya.
- When was Billiken released?
- Billiken was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.