Kids Return (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1996, Kids Return is a drama and crime film directed by Takeshi Kitano, running about 107 minutes. “We haven't even started.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Shinji and Masaru spend most of their school days harassing fellow classmates and playing pranks. They drop out and Shinji becomes a small-time boxer, while Masaru joins up with a local yakuza gang. However, the world is a tough place.
Who’s in it. Kids Return stars Ken Kaneko as Masaru, Masanobu Ando as Shinji, Leo Morimoto as Homeroom Teacher and Hatsuo Yamaya as Boxing Club Manager, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Kids Return 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 Kids Return page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kids Return tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kids Return (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kids Return change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kids Return worth watching?
- Kids Return holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Kids Return?
- Kids Return stars Ken Kaneko, Masanobu Ando, Leo Morimoto, Hatsuo Yamaya and Mitsuko Oka.
- When was Kids Return released?
- Kids Return was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.