Where to watch
Criterion Channel
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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by countryCast · Directed by Akira Kurosawa
TS
Takashi Shimura
Kanji Watanabe
HT
Haruo Tanaka
Sakai
NK
Nobuo Kaneko
Mitsuo, son of Kanji
BH
Bokuzen Hidari
Ohara
MO
Miki Odagiri
Toyo
SH
Shinichi Himori
Kimura
MC
Minoru Chiaki
Noguchi
MY
Minosuke Yamada
Subordinate Clerk Saito
KF
Kamatari Fujiwara
Sub-Section Chief Ono
MK
Makoto Kobori
Kiichi Watanabe, Kanji's Brother
NN
Nobuo Nakamura
Deputy Mayor
AW
Atsushi Watanabe
Patient
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Ikiru — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Ikiru?
Ikiru is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is Ikiru on Netflix?
No, Ikiru is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.
Is Ikiru on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Ikiru isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.
Where can I watch Ikiru for free?
Ikiru is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.