Kikujiro
1999, Japanese. Directed by Takeshi Kitano.
Brash, loudmouthed and opportunistic, Kikujiro is the unlikely companion for Masao who is determined to see the mother he has never met. The two begin a series of adventures which soon turns out to be a whimsical journey of laughter and tears with a wide array of surprises and unique characters along the way.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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Kikujiro isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Takeshi KitanoDirector
- Takeshi KitanoKikujiro
- Yusuke SekiguchiMasao
- Kayoko KishimotoKikujiro's Wife
- Yuko DaikeMasao's Mother
- Kazuko YoshiyukiMasao's Grandmother
- Beat KiyoshiMan at Bus Stop
- The Great GidayûBiker Fatso
- Rakkyo IdeBiker Baldy
- Nezumi ImamuraAn-chan
- Fumie HosokawaJuggler Girl
- Akaji MaroCrazy Man
- Daigaku SekineYakuza Boss
Details
- Released
- 5 June 1999
- Original title
- 菊次郎の夏
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Takeshi Kitano
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Kikujiro: quick answers
Is Kikujiro worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 629 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Kikujiro?
Kikujiro runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does Kikujiro have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Kikujiro. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Kikujiro parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Kikujiro yet.
Which OTT platform is Kikujiro on?
Kikujiro isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Kikujiro?
If you liked Kikujiro, try The Yellow Handkerchief, Ana, Wicked Little Letters.
Who directed Kikujiro?
Kikujiro (1999) was directed by Takeshi Kitano and stars Takeshi Kitano, Yusuke Sekiguchi, Kayoko Kishimoto.