Be with You (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 2004, Be with You is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by Nobuhiro Doi, running about 119 minutes. “A six-week miracle, a lifelong love.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When two souls find one another, nothing can tear them apart. Widower Takumi lives a quiet life with his six-year-old son Yuji after the loss of wife and mother Mio. Yuji unfailingly remembers her promise to him: "I'll be with you again in a year's time, when the rains come." On the first anniversary of her passing, Takumi and Yuji are taking a walk in the woods when they come across a woman sheltering from a monsoon downpour.
Who’s in it. Be with You stars Yûko Takeuchi as Mio Aio, Akashi Takei as Yuji, Karen Miyama as Aya and Yosuke Asari as Young Takumi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Be with You 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 Be with You page.
If you liked it. Fans of Be with You 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 Be with You (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Be with You change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Be with You worth watching?
- Be with You holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Be with You?
- Be with You stars Yûko Takeuchi, Akashi Takei, Karen Miyama, Yosuke Asari and Shido Nakamura.
- When was Be with You released?
- Be with You was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.