The Magic Hour (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2008, The Magic Hour is a comedy, thriller and crime film directed by Koki Mitani, running about 136 minutes.
What it’s about. A hustler who gets in trouble with a gang boss in the port town of Sukago agrees to make good with the don by putting him in contact with a mysterious hitman -- an assassin the hustler has no idea how to contact. Instead, he hires an actor to play the role, though the thespian has no idea what he's getting into.
Who’s in it. The Magic Hour stars Koichi Sato as Taiki Murata, Satoshi Tsumabuki as Bingo, Eri Fukatsu as Mari Takachiho and Haruka Ayase as Natsuko Shikama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Magic Hour has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magic Hour page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magic Hour tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magic Hour (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magic Hour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magic Hour worth watching?
- The Magic Hour holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Magic Hour?
- The Magic Hour stars Koichi Sato, Satoshi Tsumabuki, Eri Fukatsu, Haruka Ayase and Toshiyuki Nishida.
- When was The Magic Hour released?
- The Magic Hour was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.