Maki (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2018, Maki is a drama film directed by Naghmeh Shirkhan, running about 89 minutes. “FEELING DISPLACED” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Story of displacement, power, and vulnerability told through the relationship between a hostess, the bartender she loves, and the boss who controls them. The story is set in the underworld of the New York City's Japanese Diaspora.
Who’s in it. Maki stars Mieko Harada as Mika/Mama-San, Julian Cihi as Tommy, Naomi Sundberg as Eva/Maki and Gina Hiraizumi as Keiko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Maki has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maki page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maki tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maki (2018)?
- In US, Maki is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Maki worth watching?
- Maki holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Maki?
- Maki stars Mieko Harada, Julian Cihi, Naomi Sundberg, Gina Hiraizumi and Yurika Ohno.