Minamata (2020)
Kernel Score: 76% · 319 TMDB ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, History
Released: 2020-03-13
Runtime: 115 minutes
Where to watch Minamata
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome, The Roku Channel
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-11.
Overview
War photographer W. Eugene Smith travels back to Japan where he documents the devastating effect of mercury poisoning in coastal communities.
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Director
Andrew Levitas
Cast
- Johnny Depp as W. Eugene Smith
- Minami as Aileen
- Hiroyuki Sanada as Mitsuo Yamazaki
- Bill Nighy as Robert "Bob" Hayes
- Jun Kunimura as Junichi Nojima
- Ryo Kase as Kiyoshi
- Tadanobu Asano as Tatsuo Matsumura
- Akiko Iwase as Masako Matsumura
- Katherine Jenkins as Millie
- Lily Robinson as Diandra
Minamata FAQ
Is Minamata good?
Minamata has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch Minamata?
In the US you can stream Minamata on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome and The Roku Channel and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What is Minamata rated?
Minamata is rated R.
What movies are like Minamata?
If you liked Minamata, try Lee, Letters from Iwo Jima, The Beast and The Killing Fields.