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The Japanese Sandman

5.0200812mMovie

At once wryly comedic travelogue and heartbreaking tale of love lost, THE JAPANESE SANDMAN is a visual interpretation of a letter William Burroughs' wrote to Allen Ginsberg in 1953, recounting his travels in Central America. Told through…

DirectorEd Buhr
WriterWilliam S. Burroughs

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Cast · Directed by Ed Buhr

JFJohn Fleck
John Fleck
William S. Burroughs
STStephen Twardokus
Stephen Twardokus
AO
Amy O'Neill
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The Japanese Sandman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Japanese Sandman?

The Japanese Sandman isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is The Japanese Sandman on Netflix?

No, The Japanese Sandman is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is The Japanese Sandman on Amazon Prime Video?

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What is the OTT release date for The Japanese Sandman?

The Japanese Sandman hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 3, 2008. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.