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Yoshua (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film

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Released in 2017, Yoshua is a fantasy film directed by Matthew Castellanos, running about 20 minutes. “A bird can love a fish but where would they live?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A group of outcast teens must flee their hometown of South Central to protect their big blue alien friend from a ban against its kind. Though he seems soft and cuddly, the government has deemed Yoshua to be anything but. When law enforcement tightens their hunt for Yoshua, will his friends stay by his side?

Who’s in it. Yoshua stars Sophie Brabenec as Officer Kuslietsov, Aimee Carrero as Maelle, Jarrod Crawford as Officer Crawford and Fernanda Hay as Officer Petrov, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yoshua page.

If you liked it. Fans of Yoshua tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Yoshua (2017)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yoshua change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Yoshua?
Yoshua stars Sophie Brabenec, Aimee Carrero, Jarrod Crawford, Fernanda Hay and Kim House.
When was Yoshua released?
Yoshua was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.