Glassy Ocean (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 6.7

Glassy Ocean poster

Released in 1998, Glassy Ocean is a fantasy and animation film directed by Shigeru Tamura, running about 23 minutes.

What it’s about. On what apparently is a parallel world, time flows in a much slower pace than normal. The ocean remains on a solid state of matter as the eccentric individuals who inhabit this land casually wander over it.

Who’s in it. Glassy Ocean stars Eric Jacobsen as Ocean Floor Man, Hiroyuki Aoki as Alcoholic Philosopher, Ichiro Nagai as Old Man and Kento Ogasawara as Boy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Glassy Ocean has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Glassy Ocean page.

If you liked it. Fans of Glassy Ocean 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 Glassy Ocean (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Glassy Ocean change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Glassy Ocean worth watching?
Glassy Ocean holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Glassy Ocean?
Glassy Ocean stars Eric Jacobsen, Hiroyuki Aoki, Ichiro Nagai, Kento Ogasawara and Masaharu Sato.
When was Glassy Ocean released?
Glassy Ocean was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.