April Story movie poster

April Story

March 14, 1998 1h 7m 7.2/10 (117 votes)

Originally released in 1998. April Story is a romance/drama film. directed by Shunji Iwai. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Takako Matsu, Seiichi Tanabe, and Kaori Fujii

Synopsis

In spring, a girl leaves the island of Hokkaido to attend university in Tokyo. Once there, she is asked to reveal why she wanted to go there in the first place.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 14, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 7m 67 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (117 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Rockwell Eyes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is April Story about?

In spring, a girl leaves the island of Hokkaido to attend university in Tokyo. Once there, she is asked to reveal why she wanted to go there in the first place.

Who directed April Story?

April Story was directed by Shunji Iwai.

How long is April Story?

April Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).

When was April Story released?

April Story was released on March 14, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in April Story?

The main cast of April Story includes Takako Matsu, Seiichi Tanabe, Kaori Fujii, Rumi, Kazuhiko Kato.

Is April Story worth watching?

April Story has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 117 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.