Sugar & Spice (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2006, Sugar & Spice is an action, comedy, drama and romance film directed by Isamu Nakae, running about 125 minutes.

What it’s about. Recently graduated from high school, 17-year-old Shiro decides to put off college and work at a gas station instead. Shy and introspective, Shiro understands he is at a turning point of his life, but is unsure of what lies ahead. Though his parents disapprove of his decision, he has the support of his flower child grandmother who declares that a gas station is a romantic place for life's drifters. Surely enough, soon a new co-worker, college student Noriko, drifts into Shiro's life. He falls headfirst into a bittersweet first love that ushers him into the world of adulthood.

Who’s in it. Sugar & Spice stars Yuya Yagira as Shiro Yamashita, Erika Sawajiri as Noriko Watanabe, Chen Bolin as Mike and Mari Natsuki as Fujiko, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Sugar & Spice 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 Sugar & Spice page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sugar & Spice tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sugar & Spice (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sugar & Spice change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sugar & Spice worth watching?
Sugar & Spice holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sugar & Spice?
Sugar & Spice stars Yuya Yagira, Erika Sawajiri, Chen Bolin, Mari Natsuki and Sousuke Takaoka.
When was Sugar & Spice released?
Sugar & Spice was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.