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Monk's Paradise

7.019711h 21mMovieDrama

A genius gambler and born hunter is a Buddhist monk by occupation. A raunchy comedy about a lecherous monk who, despite serving the solemn Buddha, keeps breaking the precepts one after another.

DirectorKazunari Takeda
WriterRyuzo Nakanishi

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Cast · Directed by Kazunari Takeda

JSJoe Shishido
Joe Shishido
GAGannosuke Ashiya
Gannosuke Ashiya
JOJiro Okazaki
Jiro Okazaki
KS
Kazuyo Sumida
Natsuko
RF
Rika Fujie
Tokiko
TMTomoko Mayama
Tomoko Mayama
Yaeko Shimotsuki
YTYūko Tobe
Yūko Tobe
Hiroe
KAKeiko Aikawa
Keiko Aikawa
YK
Yasuko Kobayakawa
Mitsue
KM
Kazuko Mito
HEHyōe Enoki
Hyōe Enoki
Hayakawa
JŌ
Jun Ōtani
Mansuke

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Monk's Paradise — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Monk's Paradise?

Monk's Paradise isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Monk's Paradise on Netflix?

No, Monk's Paradise is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is Monk's Paradise on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Monk's Paradise isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Monk's Paradise for free?

Monk's Paradise isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Monk's Paradise?

Monk's Paradise hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around September 18, 1971. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.