Asakusa Kid Movie (2021): Where to watch and stream online

Asakusa Kid

2021, Movie, 2h 3min

Before he hit it big, Takeshi Kitano got his start apprenticing with comedy legend Fukami of Asakusa. But as his star rises, his mentor's declines.

Country: Japan

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Reviews

Critic Pooja Sharma

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It’s all here: the rise, the fall and the redemption. The film is a triumph for Kitano, who displays a maturity as a director that belies his status as a comic actor.

Read full review at Leisure Byte

Critic Christina Geani

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...an affectionate and grounded Japanese drama...

Read full review at Ready Steady Cut

Frequently asked questions

What is Asakusa Kid about? Toggle content

In the bustling comedy scene of 1960s Tokyo, a young Takeshi Kitano learned the ropes from legendary comedian Senzaburo Fukami. But as Takeshi's star rose, Fukami's shone brighter, until their paths diverged in a bittersweet tale of mentorship and success.

Where can I stream Asakusa Kid? Toggle content

You can stream Asakusa Kid on: Netflix

What movies are similar to Asakusa Kid? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Asakusa Kid include Ordinary Angels, The Brutalist, Beautiful Boy, The Last Showgirl, Homestead, Aftersun.

When was Asakusa Kid released for streaming? Toggle content

Asakusa Kid was released for streaming on December 9, 2021.