Skip to content
Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011) poster

Jiro Dreams of Sushi

2011, English. Directed by David Gelb.

Fall in love with your work

Revered sushi chef Jiro Ono strives for perfection in his work, while his eldest son, Yoshikazu, has trouble living up to his father's legacy.

Watch TrailerWhere to Watch
Runtime
1h 22m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
PG

Start now and it ends at ….

Worth the Hype

Clear your evening for this.

7.7/10 from 804 TMDB viewer ratings.

Seen it? Give your verdict.

Saved privately on this device.

Details

Released
11 June 2011
Country
United States of America, Canada
Box office
$2.6M
japanrestaurantsushi restaurantapprenticebased on true storysushifoodtokyo, japanfamilymasterjapanese cuisine

Check ratings elsewhere

News & fan talk

What Jiro Dreams of Sushi is based on

Jiro Dreams of Sushi is based on a true story.

Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.

If you liked Jiro Dreams of Sushi

Jiro Dreams of Sushi: quick answers

Is Jiro Dreams of Sushi worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 804 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Jiro Dreams of Sushi?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).

Does Jiro Dreams of Sushi have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Jiro Dreams of Sushi. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Jiro Dreams of Sushi parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.

Which OTT platform is Jiro Dreams of Sushi on?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Dox in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)

What movies are like Jiro Dreams of Sushi?

If you liked Jiro Dreams of Sushi, try Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio: Handcarved Cinema, Inside Job, After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News.

Who directed Jiro Dreams of Sushi?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011) was directed by David Gelb and stars Jiro Ono, Masuhiro Yamamoto, Yoshikazu Ono.

What is Jiro Dreams of Sushi based on?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi is based on a true story.

↑ ↓ to move · Enter to open · Full search page