Sign up

Asakusa Kid

2002Movie1 h 51 min

DramaTV Movie
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0

A wholesome, nostalgic tv movie movie about show business and growing up.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Where to watch

Set your services

Not streaming in any country yet.

Fingerprint

Not for scares.

Movies with

Story

After dropping out of college, "Takeshi" jumps into the Asakusa France Theater and begins his training as a comedian. His teacher, Senzaburo Fukami, Masayoshi Inoue, who also trains at the French Theater and aspires to be a writer, and other good-natured dancers... This heartwarming and moving drama set in Asakusa vividly depicts the process of "Takeshi's" self-discovery through interaction with his delightful friends.

Feels like

  • Japanese Showbiz Drama
  • Coming-of-Age Story
  • Heartwarming Relationships
  • Nostalgic Asakusa Setting
  • Biographical Elements
  • Tale of Self-Discovery
  • Friendship and Mentorship
  • Emotional and Moving

Cast

1 of 1

Crew

Directed by
Makoto Shinozaki
Written by
Dankan
Produced by
Masayuki Mori

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

April 26, 2002 · 1 h 51 min · TV Movie, Drama

Released
April 26, 2002
Runtime
1 h 51 min
Genres
TV Movie, Drama
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Keywords
based on true story

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Asakusa Kid worth watching?"

Questions about Asakusa Kid

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Asakusa Kid worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85 (IMDb 7).

Is Asakusa Kid okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch Asakusa Kid?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Asakusa Kid good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Asakusa Kid in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.