The Sea of Trees
In Japan's Aokigahara Forest, a troubled teacher meets a mysterious lost stranger who takes him on a life-changing journey of love and redemption.
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Streaming now in the United States on YouTube Free and Plex Channel.
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Frequently asked questions about The Sea of Trees
Where can I watch The Sea of Trees in the United States?
The Sea of Trees is available to stream on YouTube Free and Plex Channel 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.
Can I watch The Sea of Trees for free?
The Sea of Trees streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free and Plex Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Sea of Trees?
The Sea of Trees scores 6.2 on The Movie Database, 6.1 on IMDb, and 45% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in The Sea of Trees?
The Sea of Trees stars Matthew McConaughey, Ken Watanabe, Naomi Watts, Katie Aselton, and James Saito. Gus Van Sant is the director.
How long is The Sea of Trees?
The Sea of Trees runs 1h 50m (110 minutes).
When did The Sea of Trees come out?
The Sea of Trees was released on April 27, 2016.
Which studio made The Sea of Trees?
The Sea of Trees was produced by Waypoint Entertainment, Bloom, and Netter Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The Sea of Trees?
The Sea of Trees was made on a budget of $25,000,000.
How much did The Sea of Trees make at the box office?
The Sea of Trees grossed $909,000 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000,000.
What languages is The Sea of Trees in?
The Sea of Trees is in Japanese and English, and its original language is English.
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.