The Journalist (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 2019, The Journalist is a drama film directed by Michihito Fujii, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. It is the job of the press to cover corporate crime, government plots and society. It is in this context that young female reporter on the beat Erika rolls up her sleeves and goes to work regarding what seems to be a government cover up. She is dealing with a government bureaucrat called Sugihara. It seems as if a clash is inevitable.
Who’s in it. The Journalist stars Tori Matsuzaka as Takumi Sugihara, Shim Eun-kyung as Erika Yoshioka, Tsubasa Honda as Natsumi Sugihara and Amane Okayama as Daisuke Kuramochi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, The Journalist 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 Journalist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Journalist tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Journalist (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Journalist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Journalist worth watching?
- The Journalist holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Journalist?
- The Journalist stars Tori Matsuzaka, Shim Eun-kyung, Tsubasa Honda, Amane Okayama and Tomohiro Kaku.
- When was The Journalist released?
- The Journalist was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.