Monster (2023)
Monster is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
The verdict
Monster ranked near the top of that week's Japanese film crop. It carries a 7.9/10 on TMDB across 960 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 125 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
Should you spend 2h 5m on it?
2h 5m of Japanese mystery with thriller threaded through, fine for the whole family. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- Currently 7.9/10 from 960 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- being kept in the dark frustrates you
- Best for
- An evening with the household together
Story
After an outburst at school involving her son, a concerned single mother demands answers, triggering a sequence of deepening suspicion and turmoil.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 5m |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Mystery / Thriller |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Hirokazu Kore-eda
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 22 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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