Citizen Kitano (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 2020, Citizen Kitano is a documentary film directed by Yves Montmayeur, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. Takeshi Kitano is an international icon. We know the actor, the multi-award-winning filmmaker, but many ignore his double personality: the crazy TV star, the street kid from Tokyo close to the Yakuza, and the political satirist who blasted taboos! Can we dream of a better guide to introduce us to the cultural history of Japan?
Who’s in it. Citizen Kitano stars Takeshi Kitano as Self, Kayoko Kishimoto as Self, Jia Zhangke as Self and Michel Temman as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Citizen Kitano 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 Citizen Kitano page.
If you liked it. Fans of Citizen Kitano tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Citizen Kitano (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Citizen Kitano change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Citizen Kitano worth watching?
- Citizen Kitano holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Citizen Kitano?
- Citizen Kitano stars Takeshi Kitano, Kayoko Kishimoto, Jia Zhangke, Michel Temman and Diao Yi'nan.
- When was Citizen Kitano released?
- Citizen Kitano was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.