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August at Akiko's

5.620181h 16mMovieDrama

A saxophonist who grew up in Hawaii returns to the state and stays at a Buddhist bed and breakfast.

DirectorChristopher Makoto Yogi
WriterChristopher Makoto Yogi
ProducersCris Clatte·Joshua Strickland

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Cast · Directed by Christopher Makoto Yogi

AHAlex Zhang Hungtai
Alex Zhang Hungtai
Self
AMAkiko Masuda
Akiko Masuda
Self

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August at Akiko's — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams August at Akiko's?

August at Akiko's is streaming on Philo, MUBI and OVID in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is August at Akiko's on Netflix?

No, August at Akiko's is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Philo and MUBI.

Is August at Akiko's on Amazon Prime Video?

August at Akiko's isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch August at Akiko's for free?

August at Akiko's is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and FlixHouse in United States.