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Streaming in 1 other country
The Motive isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Japan. Streaming rights are licensed per country.
Cast · Directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi
TM
Takehiro Murata
Ishikawa, Police
RK
Ryo Kase
Yuji Yashiro
TN
Toshie Negishi
Satoko Sunagawa
ST
Saki Terashima
Nobuko Katakura
TA
Takuro Atsuki
Takahiro Koito
WI
Wakaba Irie
IK
Ittoku Kishibe
Caretaker
TH
Tokie Hidari
Toshiko Takarai
KS
Kyusaku Shimada
SO
Shin'ya Ohwada
Yoshio Sato
TH
Takahito Hosoyamada
Yasutaka Takarai
TM
Toru Minegishi
Katsuyuki Akiyoshi
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The Motive — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The Motive?
The Motive isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Japan. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.
Is The Motive on Netflix?
No, The Motive is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.
Is The Motive on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The Motive isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.
Where can I watch The Motive for free?
The Motive isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
