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Bonchi

7.719601h 45mMovieComedyDrama

Kikuji is the scion of an Osaka merchant family whose traditional power is matrilineal. Instructed by his overbearing mother and grandmother to give them an heiress for the family business, he stands by helplessly as his wife is thrown out…

DirectorKon Ichikawa
WritersNatto Wada·Kon Ichikawa
ProducerMasaichi Nagata

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 1 other country

Bonchi 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 Kon Ichikawa

Raizō Ichikawa
Raizō Ichikawa
Kikuji
Ayako Wakao
Ayako Wakao
Ponta
Fubuki Koshiji
Fubuki Koshiji
Hisako
Mitsuko Kusabue
Mitsuko Kusabue
Ikako
Tamao Nakamura
Tamao Nakamura
Hiroko
Isuzu Yamada
Isuzu Yamada
Sei
Naritoshi Hayashi
Naritoshi Hayashi
Ganjirō Nakamura II
Ganjirō Nakamura II
Kikue Mōri
Kikue Mōri
Kino
Mayumi Kurata
Mayumi Kurata
Tanie Kitabayashi
Tanie Kitabayashi
Machiko Kyō
Machiko Kyō
Ofuku

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Bonchi — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Bonchi?

Bonchi 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 Bonchi on Netflix?

No, Bonchi is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is Bonchi on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch Bonchi for free?

Bonchi isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Bonchi?

Bonchi hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 2, 1960. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.