The Eternal Zero (2013)
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The Eternal Zero is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT.
What the audience says
The Eternal Zero earns its keep as a steady Japanese film that knows its audience. It carries a 7.0/10 on TMDB across 77 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 144 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT.
Should you spend 2h 24m on it?
2h 24m of Japanese war, leaning drama, fine for the whole family. A little over the usual, so start it earlier than you think.
Don't watch this if…
- you'd rather go with a consensus. Only 77 people have rated it
- you're after something harder. It's rated G
- Why
- 7.0/10 from 77 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you're not up for something heavy
- Best for
- An evening with the household together
Story
A brother and sister learn their biological grandfather was a kamikaze pilot who died during World War II. During their research into his life, they get conflicting accounts from his former comrades about his character and how he joined his squadron.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 24m |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | War / Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Takashi Yamazaki
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 3 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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