ChaO (2026)
Japanese · Animation / Fantasy · 90 min · UA
★ 8.2 (13 votes)
▸ Must watch
Released 7 Aug 2026
Page updated 16 Aug 2026
The verdict
ChaO stood out as one of the better-rated Japanese films of its release window. It carries an 8.2/10 on TMDB across 13 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It keeps things short at 90 minutes — no heavy commitment required. It had its theatrical run in India — check back here for its OTT arrival.
Reviewers found plenty to like here. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Story
In a futuristic world where humans and mermaids coexist, the life of mild-mannered office worker Stephan is upended when he is suddenly proposed to by Chao — a princess from the mermaid kingdom. With no time to make sense of what's happening, Stephan soon finds himself living with the unpredictable, wholehearted Chao, and her sincere love begins to break down his emotional barriers.
Good to know
| Runtime | 90 min — short |
| Watch with family? | UA · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Animation / Fantasy |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Yasuhiro Aoki
Cast
Ouji Suzuka
Stephan (voice)
Anna Yamada
Chao (voice)
Kavka Shishido
Maibei (voice)
Yuuichirou Umehara
Roberta (voice)
Kenta Miyake
King Neptunus (voice)
Shunsei Ōta
Juno (voice)
Where to watch in India
Theatrical run ended — OTT arrival pending
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is ChaO worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.2/10 on audience ratings. Reviewers found plenty to like here.
Where can I watch ChaO?
ChaO opened in theatres in India on 7 Aug 2026, and its cinema run has most likely ended. Its OTT release hasn't been announced yet — check back soon.
When is ChaO releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
An OTT release date for ChaO hasn't been officially announced yet. This page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Is ChaO family friendly?
ChaO is rated UA. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is ChaO in?
ChaO is a Japanese film (Animation / Fantasy).