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Minamata

6.920201h 55mRMovieDramaHistory

War photographer W. Eugene Smith travels back to Japan where he documents the devastating effect of mercury poisoning in coastal communities.

DirectorAndrew Levitas
WritersJason Forman·David K. Kessler
ProducersMonika Bacardi·Nobu Hasegawa

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Cast · Directed by Andrew Levitas

JDJohnny Depp
Johnny Depp
W. Eugene Smith
MMinami
Minami
Aileen
HSHiroyuki Sanada
Hiroyuki Sanada
Mitsuo Yamazaki
BNBill Nighy
Bill Nighy
Robert "Bob" Hayes
JKJun Kunimura
Jun Kunimura
Junichi Nojima
RKRyo Kase
Ryo Kase
Kiyoshi
TATadanobu Asano
Tadanobu Asano
Tatsuo Matsumura
AIAkiko Iwase
Akiko Iwase
Masako Matsumura
KJKatherine Jenkins
Katherine Jenkins
Millie
LRLily Robinson
Lily Robinson
Diandra
ATAyumi Takano
Ayumi Takano
HI
Hikaru Inagawa
Giichi Matsushima

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Minamata — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Minamata?

Minamata is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Minamata on Netflix?

No, Minamata is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Kanopy.

Is Minamata on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Minamata is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Minamata for free?

Minamata is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.