

Where to watch
Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country
The Balloon isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Japan. Streaming rights are licensed per country.
Cast · Directed by Yūzō Kawashima
MM

Masayuki Mori
Haruki Murakami
TM

Tatsuya Mihashi
Keikichi Murakami
MK

Mie Kitahara
Mikiko Mikihara
SH

Sachiko Hidari
Ruiko Aso
IA

Izumi Ashikawa
Tamako Murakami
MA

Michiyo Aratama
Kumiko Yamana
HN

Hiroshi Nihon'yanagi
Masataka Tsuzuki
SM
Shinsuke Maki
Tatsujirô Aso
SA

Shirō Amakusa
Yamaguchi, Photo Shop Owner
MS
Michisaburō Segawa
Shôta Nishimura
YT
Yumi Takano
Fusako Murakami
FT

Fudeko Tanaka
Shôta's Wife
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The Balloon — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The Balloon?
The Balloon isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Japan. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.
Is The Balloon on Netflix?
No, The Balloon is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.
Is The Balloon on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The Balloon isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.
Where can I watch The Balloon for free?
The Balloon isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.




























