Perfect Blue
PERFECT BLUE
Rising pop star Mima Kirigoe quits singing to pursue a career as an actress. After she takes up a role on a popular detective show, her handlers and collaborators begin turning up murdered. Harboring feelings of guilt and haunted by visions of her former self, Mima's reality and fantasy meld into a frenzied paranoia.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Remastered - Official 4K Trailer [Subtitled]
Official Trailer [Subtitled]
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Lecture Series with Satoshi Kon | Perfect Blue (1997) - Special Feature
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Frequently asked questions about Perfect Blue
Where can I watch Perfect Blue in the United States?
Perfect Blue is available to stream on HBO Max in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Perfect Blue on HBO Max?
Yes. Perfect Blue is streaming on HBO Max in the United States.
Can I watch Perfect Blue for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Perfect Blue needs a subscription to HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Perfect Blue?
Perfect Blue scores 8.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Perfect Blue?
Perfect Blue stars Junko Iwao, Rica Matsumoto, Shiho Niiyama, Masaaki Okura, and Shinpachi Tsuji. Satoshi Kon is the director.
How long is Perfect Blue?
Perfect Blue runs 1h 21m (81 minutes).
When did Perfect Blue come out?
Perfect Blue was released on February 28, 1998.
Which studio made Perfect Blue?
Perfect Blue was produced by Madhouse, Rex Entertainment, and Kotobuki Seihan Printing in Japan.
What was the budget for Perfect Blue?
Perfect Blue was made on a budget of $830,442.
How much did Perfect Blue make at the box office?
Perfect Blue grossed $2,743,097 worldwide, against a budget of $830,442.
What language is Perfect Blue in?
Perfect Blue is in Japanese, and its original title is PERFECT BLUE.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.