The World of Kanako
渇き。
When Kanako, a model daughter and a brilliant student, disappears, her mother asks her ex-husband, a violent former policeman, to find her. As his investigation progresses, his idealized image of Kanako cracks: the girl hides a dark life that her father can not even imagine.
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Streaming now in the United States on Fandor, Hi-YAH, ARROW, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
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The World of Kanako Official Trailer 1 (2015) - Kôji Yakusho, Nana Komatsu Movie HD
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Frequently asked questions about The World of Kanako
Where can I watch The World of Kanako in the United States?
The World of Kanako is available to stream on Fandor, Hi-YAH, ARROW, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The World of Kanako for free?
The World of Kanako streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The World of Kanako?
The World of Kanako scores 6.4 on The Movie Database, 6.5 on IMDb, 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 57 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The World of Kanako?
The World of Kanako stars Koji Yakusho, Nana Komatsu, Hiroya Shimizu, Satoshi Tsumabuki, and Joe Odagiri. Tetsuya Nakashima is the director.
How long is The World of Kanako?
The World of Kanako runs 1h 58m (118 minutes).
When did The World of Kanako come out?
The World of Kanako was released on July 4, 2014.
Which studio made The World of Kanako?
The World of Kanako was produced by GYAO, Licri, and GAGA Corporation in Japan.
How much did The World of Kanako make at the box office?
The World of Kanako grossed $6,457,479 worldwide.
What language is The World of Kanako in?
The World of Kanako is in Japanese, and its original title is 渇き。.
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.