Scrap Heaven (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2005, Scrap Heaven is a thriller and drama film directed by Lee Sang-il, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. The lives of three people intersect on a late bus ride that's hijacked by a suicidal political flunky. Shingo is a miserable young desk cop bucking for homicide division. Tetsu is a restroom cleaning attendant who has a mentally ill father and a penchant for mischief. And Saki is a petulant druggist/chemist who was born without an eye and keeps her disfigurement hidden behind shades. Months after the hijacking, the trio lives re-intertwine as they playfully seek revenge for their unhappy lives, until the games become deadly serious.
Who’s in it. Scrap Heaven stars Joe Odagiri as Tetsu Katsurai, Ryo Kase as Shingo, Chiaki Kuriyama as Saki Fujimura and Yoshiyuki Morishita as Nurse Sato, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Scrap Heaven 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 Scrap Heaven page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scrap Heaven tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scrap Heaven (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scrap Heaven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Scrap Heaven worth watching?
- Scrap Heaven holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Scrap Heaven?
- Scrap Heaven stars Joe Odagiri, Ryo Kase, Chiaki Kuriyama, Yoshiyuki Morishita and Ken Mitsuishi.
- When was Scrap Heaven released?
- Scrap Heaven was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.