Perfect Blue Movie (1998): Where to watch and stream online

Perfect Blue

1998, Movie, 1h 21min

Rising pop star Mima has quit singing to pursue a career as an actress and model, but her fans aren't ready to see her go... Encouraged by her managers, Mima takes on a recurring role on a popular TV show, when suddenly her handlers and collaborators begin turning up murdered. Harboring feelings of guilt and haunted by visions of her former self, Mima's reality and fantasy meld into a frenzied paranoia. As her stalker closes in, in person and online, the threat he poses is more real than even Mima knows,

Based on a book by Yoshikazu Takeuchi

Country: Japan

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Reviews

Ruben Nilsson

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I was not ready for this movie. This messed with my brain so much.  
This is a perfect example for “What is reality?”

3 years ago

Kasper Løvborg

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A mindfuck of near-unrivaled intensity with intertextual references to gialli and slashers, satire of fandom and celebrity culture and metatextual exploration of the boundaries between diegetic world, the fiction in that world and character psychoses....

5 years ago

Frequently asked questions

What is Perfect Blue about? Toggle content

In a world where fame blurs the lines between identity and reality, Mima Kirigoe steps away from her life as a beloved pop idol to chase her dream of becoming an actress. As she dives into her new role, dark forces emerge from the shadows, leading to a series of violent events that shatter her sense of safety. Plagued by tormenting visions and stalked online, Mima finds herself spiraling into paranoia as her past collides with present fears. With each murder linked to those around her, she grapples with questions of self-worth and sanity. As the boundaries between illusion and truth dissolve, Mima must confront the haunting echoes of who she used to be—or risk losing herself forever. This psychological thriller delves deep into the darker side of celebrity culture and personal trauma in an unsettling exploration of identity.

Where can I stream Perfect Blue? Toggle content

You can stream Perfect Blue on: Apple TV Store

What movies are similar to Perfect Blue? Toggle content

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When was Perfect Blue released for streaming? Toggle content

Perfect Blue was released for streaming on September 6, 2022.