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What it's about
A businessman kills his adulterous wife and is sent to prison. After the release, he opens a barbershop and meets new people, talking almost to no one except an eel he befriended while in prison.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Shôhei Imamura
- Starring
- Koji Yakusho, Misa Shimizu, Mitsuko Baishô
Details
- Release date
- Aug 21, 1998
- Language
- Japanese
- Country
- Japan
- Box office
- $418,480
- Awards
- 16 wins & 14 nominations
Where to Watch The Eel (1997) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch The Eel in the United States?
- The Eel is available with a subscription in the United States. Watch the movie with a subscription on The Criterion Channel (HD).
- Can I stream The Eel or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Watch the movie with a subscription on The Criterion Channel (HD).
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- We have not confirmed a free option for The Eel in the United States.
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