The Contestant
"The naked truth about the world's first reality star."
Released 3 years ago in 2023. The Contestant is a documentary film. directed by Clair Titley.
Starring Nasubi, Toshio Tsuchiya, and Kazuko Hamatsu
Synopsis
The incredible true story of a man who lived for 15 months trapped inside a small room, naked, starving and alone... and completely unaware that his life was being broadcast on national TV in Japan, to over 15 million viewers a week.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 8, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (51 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Misfits Entertainment
- MRC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Contestant about?
The incredible true story of a man who lived for 15 months trapped inside a small room, naked, starving and alone... and completely unaware that his life was being broadcast on national TV in Japan...
Who directed The Contestant?
The Contestant was directed by Clair Titley.
How long is The Contestant?
The Contestant has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was The Contestant released?
The Contestant was released on September 8, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Contestant?
The main cast of The Contestant includes Nasubi, Toshio Tsuchiya, Kazuko Hamatsu, Seiichi Hirai, Harutaro Kagawa.