Leave the Cat Alone movie poster

Leave the Cat Alone

September 20, 2025 1h 42m

Released just last year. Leave the Cat Alone is a drama film. directed by Daisuke Shigaya.

Starring Soma Fujii, Yukino Murakami, and Ran Taniguchi

Synopsis

Plagued by insomnia and lethargy, Mori lets time drift aimlessly, unable to create any meaningful music, all while uneasily sharing a home with his wife, Maiko, a successful and driven photographer. When Mori and his former lover, Asako, reunite by chance and catch up, they confront different versions of the past within their own recalled memories. After they part ways, Asako comes home to a warm meal lovingly prepared by her partner, and a rekindled desire to paint again. At the same time, Mori visits Maiko’s exhibition, and discovers scenes of his own daily life, captured within her affectionate frames.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 20, 2025 4 months ago
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Runtime 1h 42m 102 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • HUT Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leave the Cat Alone about?

Plagued by insomnia and lethargy, Mori lets time drift aimlessly, unable to create any meaningful music, all while uneasily sharing a home with his wife, Maiko, a successful and driven photographer...

Who directed Leave the Cat Alone?

Leave the Cat Alone was directed by Daisuke Shigaya.

How long is Leave the Cat Alone?

Leave the Cat Alone has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).

When was Leave the Cat Alone released?

Leave the Cat Alone was released on September 20, 2025 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Leave the Cat Alone?

The main cast of Leave the Cat Alone includes Soma Fujii, Yukino Murakami, Ran Taniguchi, Meiry Mochizuki, Naoyuki Miyahara.