Pompo the Cinephile (2021)
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Pompo the Cinephile is streaming in Japan on Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT.
What the audience says
Pompo the Cinephile holds up as a perfectly decent Japanese film, if not a remarkable one. It carries a 7.2/10 on TMDB across 98 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It keeps things short at 94 minutes — no heavy commitment required. In Japan you can stream it on Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT.
Should you spend 94 minutes on it?
94 minutes of Japanese animation with comedy threaded through, fine for the whole family. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
Don't watch this if…
- you want a safe bet — that rating rests on only 98 votes
- you want something with an edge to it — this is certified G, pitched wide
- Why
- 7.2/10 from 98 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- A family evening that doesn't run late
Story
Operating out of the movie capital "Nyallywood," Pompo has been shooting one B-grade entertainment flick after another that anyone would enjoy. One day, Pompo's "movie buff" assistant Gene spots a new script written by Pompo and is moved by its exquisite story. In a fit of passion, he proclaims, "I want to see this as a finished work in theaters as soon as possible!" However, Pompo tells him, "So you shoot this film." Thus, Gene takes on his first directing gig.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 34m — short |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Comedy |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Takayuki Hirao
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 10 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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