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.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The Contestant has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.9/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
Released in 2023, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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Self
Toshio Tsuchiya
Self
Kazuko Hamatsu
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Seiichi Hirai
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Harutaro Kagawa
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Juliet Hindell
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Ikuyo Hamatsu
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Jun Anzai
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Kenji Kondo
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Fred Armisen
Denpa Shonen Narrator (voice)
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