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The Real Thing

6.520203h 52mMovieDramaRomance

Kazumichi Tsuji is a bored office worker in questionable relationships with two women at work. One day he meets the intriguing Ukiyo Hayama at a convenience store. However, having her in his life brings nothing but trouble.

DirectorKoji Fukada
WritersShintaro Mitani·Koji Fukada
ProducersYoko Abe·Yu Kato

Where to watch

HooplaHooplaFawesomeFawesomeThe Roku ChannelThe Roku Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Koji Fukada

WMWin Morisaki
Win Morisaki
Kazumichi Tsuji
KTKaho Tsuchimura
Kaho Tsuchimura
Ukiyo Hayama
SUShohei Uno
Shohei Uno
Tadashi Hayama
KIKei Ishibashi
Kei Ishibashi
Naoko Hosokawa
AFAkari Fukunaga
Akari Fukunaga
Minako Fujitani
SOShugo Oshinari
Shugo Oshinari
Daisuke Mineuchi
YKYukiya Kitamura
Yukiya Kitamura
Shin'ichi Wakita

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The Real Thing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Real Thing?

The Real Thing is streaming on Hoopla, Fawesome and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Real Thing on Netflix?

No, The Real Thing is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Fawesome.

Is The Real Thing on Amazon Prime Video?

The Real Thing isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Real Thing for free?

The Real Thing is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fawesome in United States.