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Lightning

7.319521h 27mMovieDrama

The story of Kiyoko, a young woman who has successfully managed to make a break with her dysfunctional family who have been trying to arrange a marriage for her with a disagreeable man whom she has rejected.

DirectorMikio Naruse
WriterSumie Tanaka

Where to watch

Not available in United States
Streaming in 1 other country

Lightning 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 Mikio Naruse

Hideko Takamine
Hideko Takamine
Kiyoko
Mitsuko Miura
Mitsuko Miura
Mitsuko
Kyōko Kagawa
Kyōko Kagawa
Tsubomi
Chieko Murata
Chieko Murata
Nuiko
Jun Negami
Jun Negami
Shuzo
Eitarō Ozawa
Eitarō Ozawa
Tsunakichi
Kumeko Urabe
Kumeko Urabe
Osei
Chieko Nakakita
Chieko Nakakita
Ritsu
Hisako Takihana
Hisako Takihana
Tome
Kenjiro Uemura
Kenjiro Uemura
Ryuzo
Mariko Sugioka
Mariko Sugioka
Katsura
Osamu Maruyama
Osamu Maruyama
Kasuke

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Lightning — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Lightning?

Lightning 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 Lightning on Netflix?

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

Is Lightning on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Lightning for free?

Lightning 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 Lightning?

Lightning 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 November 27, 1952. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.