The Lorax (2012)
The Lorax is streaming in Japan on U-NEXT.
The verdict
The Lorax earns its keep as a steady English film that knows its audience. It's sitting at 6.5/10 on TMDB across 3,991 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. At a brisk 86 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In Japan you can stream it on U-NEXT.
Should you spend 86 minutes on it?
86 minutes of English animation, leaning family. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.
- Why
- 6.5/10 from 3,991 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- A night you still want to end early
Story
A 12-year-old boy searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. To find it he must discover the story of the Lorax, the grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 26m — short |
| Genre | Animation / Family |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Chris Renaud
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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