Monster
怪物
“Are they the ones we dream of, or the ones we fail to see among us?”
Synopsis
After an outburst at school involving her son, a concerned single mother demands answers, triggering a sequence of deepening suspicion and turmoil.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official MUBI Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-06-22
Top Cast
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Sakura Ando
Saori Mugino
Soya Kurokawa
Minato Mugino
Hinata Hiiragi
Yori Hoshikawa
Eita Nagayama
Michitoshi Hori
Yuko Tanaka
Makiko Fushimi
Mitsuki Takahata
Hirona Suzumura
Akihiro Kakuta
Shoda Fumiaki
Shido Nakamura
Kiyotaka Hoshikawa
Ryu Morioka
Kanzaki
Daisuke Kuroda
Shinagawa
Ayu Kitaura
Mariko Yajima
Haruto Kobayashi
Taisho Kamata
Kouga Yagishita
Gaku Hirohashi
Taichi Kanemitsu
Yu Hamaguchi
Harune Iida
Mio Kida
Shiyun Nakamura
Makiko's Husband
Peey
Miss Kazuo
Kayo Noro
Satomi Hirohashi
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 88 DaysMelbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 1, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 27, 2024
VOD & Digital Platforms
July 17, 2024
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hirokazu Kore-eda
- Screenplay & Story
- Yuji Sakamoto
- Original Score
- Ryuichi Sakamoto
- Original Title
- 怪物
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- TOHO, Fuji Television Network, AOI Pro., BUN-BUKU, GAGA Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hirokazu Kore-eda
Yuji Sakamoto
Ryuichi Sakamoto
Ryuto Kondo
Hirokazu Kore-eda
Kenji Yamada, Genki Kawamura, Taichi Ito, Hijiri Taguchi, Toru Ota
Department Leadership Roster
Hirokazu Kore-eda
Director
Kenji Yamada
Producer
Genki Kawamura
Producer
Hirokazu Kore-eda
Editor
Ryuichi Sakamoto
Original Music Composer
Kazuko Kurosawa
Costume Design
Tomasz Dyrduła
Visual Effects Supervisor
Yuji Sakamoto
Screenplay
Valy Lungoccia
Visual Effects Supervisor
Keiko Mitsumatsu
Production Design
Taichi Ito
Producer
Hijiri Taguchi
Producer
Ryuto Kondo
Director of Photography
Megumi Banse
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Monster
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Monster about?
After an outburst at school involving her son, a concerned single mother demands answers, triggering a sequence of deepening suspicion and turmoil.
Who directed Monster?
Monster was directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Who stars in Monster?
The principal cast of Monster includes Sakura Ando, Soya Kurokawa, Hinata Hiiragi, Eita Nagayama, Yuko Tanaka.
When was Monster released and how long is it?
Monster was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Monster?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Monster was composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Monster?
Monster holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).