Where to watch Ikiru in the US

Name: Ikiru
Genre: Drama
Released: 1952-10-09
Cast: Takashi Shimura, Haruo Tanaka, Nobuo Kaneko, Bokuzen Hidari, Miki Odagiri

Ikiru (1952) is streaming in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Kanopy, Fandango At Home, Criterion Channel and HBO Max, included with a subscription.

Checked November 7, 2026. Streaming included with a subscription only; we don't list rentals or purchases.

Type: Movie
Year: 1952
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 2h 23m
Original language: Japanese
Director: Akira Kurosawa
Starring: Takashi Shimura, Haruo Tanaka, Nobuo Kaneko, Bokuzen Hidari and Miki Odagiri
IMDb: 8.3/10 (104,236 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes: 98%

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Frequently asked questions about Ikiru

Is Ikiru on Netflix?

No, Ikiru isn't on Netflix in the US right now. You can watch it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Kanopy, Fandango At Home, Criterion Channel and HBO Max.

Is Ikiru on Hulu?

No, Ikiru isn't on Hulu in the US right now. You can watch it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Kanopy, Fandango At Home, Criterion Channel and HBO Max.

Is Ikiru on Max?

Yes, Ikiru is streaming on Max in the US and is included with a subscription.

How long is Ikiru?

Ikiru is 143 minutes long (2 hours and 23 minutes).

Who is in the cast of Ikiru?

The cast includes Takashi Shimura, Haruo Tanaka, Nobuo Kaneko, Bokuzen Hidari and Miki Odagiri.

Where to watch Ikiru in the US

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