April Story (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1998, April Story is a drama and romance film directed by Shunji Iwai, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. In spring, a girl leaves the island of Hokkaido to attend university in Tokyo. Once there, she is asked to reveal why she wanted to go there in the first place.
Who’s in it. April Story stars Takako Matsu as Uzuki Nireno, Seiichi Tanabe as Yamazaki, Kazuhiko Kato as Kato and Rumi as Saeko Sono, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, April Story 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 April Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of April Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch April Story (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for April Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is April Story worth watching?
- April Story holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in April Story?
- April Story stars Takako Matsu, Seiichi Tanabe, Kazuhiko Kato, Rumi and Ken Mitsuishi.
- When was April Story released?
- April Story was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.