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Departures

7.820082h 10mPG-13MovieDrama

Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant.

DirectorYojiro Takita

WriterKundo Koyama

ProducersToshiaki Nakazawa·Ichirô Nobukuni

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Yojiro Takita

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Departures — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Departures?

Departures isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. It's not on Netflix.

Is Departures on Netflix?

No, Departures is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. You can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is Departures on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Departures isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Departures for free?

Departures is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex and Plex Channel in United States.

Is Departures based on a true story?

Yes — Departures is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).