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Human Vapor (2026)

Japanese · Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Crime
Released 2 Jul 2026
Page updated 27 Oct 2026

Human Vapor is streaming in the UK on Netflix.

Included with subscription

FilmyChill score
Worth a watch

Audiences like it.

AudienceFrom 73 ratings on TMDB
Liked
CriticsNo settled critics' reception on record
No verdict

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What the audience says

Human Vapor is a solid, watchable Japanese series that mostly delivers on what it promises.

Is it worth starting?

This is a first season — Japanese sci-fi & fantasy with a crime streak, not one for younger kids.

Best for
A complete 8-episode story you can watch start to finish

Good to know

Episodes8 · limited series
Episode length41–68 min
Watch with family?15 · Older kids & up

Director

Yeon Sang-ho

Cast

Shun Oguri
Shun Oguri
Kenji Okamoto
Yu Aoi
Yu Aoi
Kyoko Kono
Suzu Hirose
Suzu Hirose
Kaho
Kento Hayashi
Kento Hayashi
Fujita
UTA
UTA
Human Vapor
Yutaka Takenouchi
Yutaka Takenouchi
Yasutoshi Mori

Story

A death on live TV. A culprit who turns to gas. Behind it, a secret project that used and discarded the vulnerable. One detective pursues the dark truth.

Where to watch in the UK

Netflix

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Availability as of 17 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.

More: All Netflix titles in the UK

Episodes

8 episodes · limited series · original release dates

  1. 1
    The Interview2 Jul 2026 · same-day double drop · 52 min
  2. 2
    Informant2 Jul 2026 · same-day double drop · 59 min
  3. 3
    The Journal2 Jul 2026 · same-day double drop · 41 min
  4. 4
    Terror Zone2 Jul 2026 · same-day double drop · 52 min
  5. 5
    Bunko Ramen2 Jul 2026 · same-day double drop · 57 min
  6. 6
    Mufu2 Jul 2026 · same-day double drop · 48 min
  7. 7
    Ellie My Love2 Jul 2026 · same-day double drop · 51 min
  8. 8
    Wish2 Jul 2026 · same-day double drop · 68 min

Trailer

Watch the trailer on YouTube →

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Frequently asked

Is Human Vapor worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Audiences like it. It rates 7.4/10 on audience ratings. This is a first season — Japanese sci-fi & fantasy with a crime streak, not one for younger kids.
Where can I watch Human Vapor?
You can stream Human Vapor in the UK on Netflix.
How many episodes does Human Vapor have?
Human Vapor has 8 episodes — it's a limited series.
Is Human Vapor family friendly?
Human Vapor is rated 15. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Human Vapor in?
Human Vapor is a Japanese series (Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Crime).
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