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Nobody Knows

2004, Japanese. Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda.

Did mom really abandon us?

In a small Tokyo apartment, twelve-year-old Akira must care for his younger siblings after their mother leaves them and shows no sign of returning.

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Runtime
2h 21m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
Japanese
Rated
PG-13

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Nobody Knows is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.

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Released
7 August 2004
Original title
誰も知らない
Country
Japan
Written by
Hirokazu Kore-eda
japansibling relationshipseasonloss of loved oneneglectfamily relationshipstokyo, japanmother child separationgrimphilosophicalkids on their ownsad storycomplexdepressed

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Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.0/10 from 702 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Nobody Knows?

Nobody Knows runs 141 minutes (2h 21m).

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Nobody Knows parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Nobody Knows is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Nobody Knows on?

Nobody Knows is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like Nobody Knows?

If you liked Nobody Knows, try Tokyo Twilight, Eureka, Monster.

Who directed Nobody Knows?

Nobody Knows (2004) was directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda and stars Yuya Yagira, Ayu Kitaura, Hiei Kimura.

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