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Cast · Directed by Aleksandr Sokurov
Issey Ogata
Emperor Shouwa-Tennou Hirohito
Robert Dawson
General Douglas MacArthur
Kaori Momoi
Empress Kojun
Shiro Sano
The chamberlain
Dmitriy Podnozov
Shinmei Tsuji
Old servant
Taijirō Tamura
scientist
Georgi Pitskhelauri
midshipman
Hiroya Morita
Suzuki, Prime Minister
Toshiaki Nishizawa
Yonai, Minister of the Navy
Naomasa Musaka
Anami, Minister of the War
Kōjirō Kusanagi
Togo, Minister of Foreign Affairs
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The Sun — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The Sun?
The Sun is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is The Sun on Netflix?
No, The Sun is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.
Is The Sun on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The Sun isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy instead.
Where can I watch The Sun for free?
The Sun is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.
Is The Sun based on a true story?
Yes — The Sun is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).