Distance (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2001, Distance is a drama film directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, running about 132 minutes.
What it’s about. On the eighth anniversary of a cult's failed chemical attack on Tokyo and their subsequent mass suicide, family members of those affected gather at the cult's former base on the shores of a lake to observe the anniversary of their loved ones' deaths.
Who’s in it. Distance stars Arata Iura as Atsushi, Yûsuke Iseya as Masaru, Susumu Terajima as Makoto and Yui Natsukawa as Kiyoka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Distance 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 Distance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Distance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Distance (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Distance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Distance worth watching?
- Distance holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Distance?
- Distance stars Arata Iura, Yûsuke Iseya, Susumu Terajima, Yui Natsukawa and Tadanobu Asano.
- When was Distance released?
- Distance was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.