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Check

10.019911h 47mMovieDrama

Set in Osaka's Shinsekai, the film depicts the lives of Ayumu Tobita (Hidekazu Akai), who makes a living as a shogi gambler (shinken-shi), and Ryuzo Kayama (Masaya Kato) who aims to become a professional player.

DirectorJunji Sakamoto
WritersJunji Sakamoto·Toshiaki Toyoda

Where to watch

Not available in Philippines
Streaming in 1 other country

Check isn't on any streaming service in Philippines right now, but it's available in Japan. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Junji Sakamoto

Hidekazu Akai
Hidekazu Akai
Ayumu Tobita
Masaya Katō
Masaya Katō
Ryuzo Kayama
Tomisaburō Wakayama
Tomisaburō Wakayama
Sanae Mitamura
Nobuo Kaneko
Nobuo Kaneko
Tennoji
Léona Hirota
Léona Hirota
Terumi
Yuuko Nitou
Yuuko Nitou
Kanako Shimada
Masatô Ibu
Masatô Ibu
Katsura
Jun Kunimura
Jun Kunimura
First Bodyguard
Sakae Umezu
Sakae Umezu
Seiji Komada
Akaji Maro
Akaji Maro
Hakugin

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Check — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Check?

Check isn't on any streaming service in Philippines yet, but it's available in Japan. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Check on Netflix?

No, Check is not on Netflix in Philippines as of August 2026.

Is Check on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Check isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now.

Where can I watch Check for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for Check?

Check hasn't started streaming in Philippines yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 13, 1992. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.