Haru (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1996, Haru is a drama and romance film directed by Yoshimitsu Morita, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. A young Tokyo businessman joins an online movie forum and develops a special bond with one of its members through back and forth e-mails.
Who’s in it. Haru stars Eri Fukatsu as Mitsue Fujima 'Hoshi', Seiyo Uchino as Noboru Hayami 'Haru', Noriko Kojima and Kazufumi Miyazawa as Hiroyuki Yamagami, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Haru has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Haru page.
If you liked it. Fans of Haru tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Haru (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Haru change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Haru worth watching?
- Haru holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Haru?
- Haru stars Eri Fukatsu, Seiyo Uchino, Noriko Kojima, Kazufumi Miyazawa and Masaharu Tsuruku.
- When was Haru released?
- Haru was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.