7.3
Where can I stream Madadayo legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Madadayo in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Madadayo fingerprint
Big heart, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension3
- Spectacle3
- Fast Pace2
Heart
Nostalgic and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Nostalgia8
- Wholesome7
- Pathos7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Absurdist Humor3
World
History, a real life story, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Madadayo is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighNostalgic and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, wholesome, and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, a real life story, and family
Its world is built around history, a real life story, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want fast pacing
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
In postwar Tokyo, beloved writer-professor Hyakken Uchida retires and is buoyed through hardship by the fierce devotion of his former students, who honor him each year with a raucous “Not yet!” birthday toast. Told in warm, gently comic vignettes, Kurosawa’s farewell celebrates aging, friendship, and the sustaining ritual of teacher and pupils refusing to say goodbye.
Japanese CinemaLate LifeProfessor-Student RelationshipPost-War JapanVignette StorytellingGentle HumorNostalgiaHumanismHistorical Drama
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like Madadayo
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Madadayo
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Madadayo
Madadayo1993
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Get Low (2010)The Great Escaper (2023)Maudie (2016)Miss Potter (2006)The Dig (2021)3 Godfathers (1948)Shadowlands (1993)A Man and a Woman (1966)Victoria & Abdul (2017)My Dog Skip (2000)Goodbye, Mr. Chips (1939)Brian's Song (1971)Temple Grandin (2010)84 Charing Cross Road (1987)The Chosen (2019)L'Atalante (1934)Iris (2001)The Butterfly's Dream (2013)Becoming Jane (2007)The Man Who Invented Christmas (2017)The Dead (1987)Birdman of Alcatraz (1962)Antonia's Line (1995)Out of Africa (1985)Dodsworth (1936)I Know Where I'm Going! (1945)Lust for Life (1956)The Penguin Lessons (2025)Uncle Frank (2020)Now, Voyager (1942)Mr. Turner (2014)Mrs Brown (1997)Breathe (2017)The Women on the 6th Floor (2011)Black Beauty (1994)Living (2022)Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel (1987)The Shop Around the Corner (1940)Harvie Krumpet (2003)Intoxicated by Love (2024)Kitchen Stories (2003)Immortal Beloved (1994)The Quiet Man (1952)Something the Lord Made (2004)Babette's Feast (1987)In This Corner of the World (2016)Nowhere in Africa (2001)Goodbye Christopher Robin (2017)Philomena (2013)Won't You Be My Neighbor? (2018)The Girl with the Red Scarf (1977)The King's Speech (2010)Little Women (1949)Kolya (1996)Life Is Beautiful (1997)At Eternity's Gate (2018)The Straight Story (1999)An Autumn Afternoon (1962)Saving Mr. Banks (2013)The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (1969)Bright Star (2009)Summerland (2020)The Danish Girl (2015)Random Harvest (1942)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Madadayo
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Madadayo worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 79). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Madadayo?
2 h 14 min
Madadayo runs 2 h 14 min.
Is Madadayo based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Madadayo?
Critics84
Audiences75
Not quite. Critics rate Madadayo higher (84) than audiences (75). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Madadayo a box office hit?
Budget$8 million
Box office$2 million
No. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 24% of its budget.
What language is Madadayo in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Madadayo?
9
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Madadayo in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Madadayo use?
Do Not Go GentleTime SkipFlashbackNarratorSlice of LifeUnaccustomed as I Am to Public Speaking...One-Gender SchoolSeasonal BaggageReplacement GoldfishDying DreamJerkassManly Tearsand 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Madadayo, including Do Not Go Gentle, Time Skip, Flashback.