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The Real Thing

6.520203h 52mMovieDramaRomance

Kazumichi Tsuji is a bored office worker in questionable relationships with two women at work. One day he meets the intriguing Ukiyo Hayama at a convenience store. However, having her in his life brings nothing but trouble.

DirectorKoji Fukada
WritersKoji Fukada·Shintaro Mitani
ProducersYu Kato·Tatsuya Matsuoka

Where to watch

Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 5 other countries

The Real Thing isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Belgium, Canada, France, Switzerland and 1 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Koji Fukada

WMWin Morisaki
Win Morisaki
Kazumichi Tsuji
KTKaho Tsuchimura
Kaho Tsuchimura
Ukiyo Hayama
SUShohei Uno
Shohei Uno
Tadashi Hayama
KIKei Ishibashi
Kei Ishibashi
Naoko Hosokawa
AFAkari Fukunaga
Akari Fukunaga
Minako Fujitani
SOShugo Oshinari
Shugo Oshinari
Daisuke Mineuchi
YKYukiya Kitamura
Yukiya Kitamura
Shin'ichi Wakita

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The Real Thing — streaming FAQ

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Is The Real Thing on Netflix?

No, The Real Thing is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

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