Paprika (2006)
Movie 1h 30m ★ 7.8/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, blow my mind, family night
AnimationScience FictionThriller
Released in 2006, Paprika is an animation, science fiction and thriller movie. It is directed by Satoshi Kon. The cast includes Akio Otsuka, Hideyuki Tanaka and Koichi Yamadera. The running time is 1h 30m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.8 out of 10.
Synopsis
When a machine that allows therapists to enter their patient's dreams is stolen, all hell breaks loose. Only a young female therapist can stop it and recover it before damage is done: Paprika.
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Cast & crew
- Satoshi KonDirector
- Akio Otsukaas Toshimi Konakawa (voice)
- Hideyuki Tanakaas Guy (voice)
- Koichi Yamaderaas Morio Osanai (voice)
- Megumi Hayashibaraas Paprika / Atsuko Chiba (voice)
- Toru Furuyaas Kosaku Tokita (voice)
- Mitsuo Iwataas Yasushi Tsumura (voice)
- Satomi Korogias Japanese Doll (voice)
- Rikako Aikawaas Nobue Kakimoto (voice)
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Questions about Paprika
- What genre is Paprika?
- Paprika is categorised as Animation, Science Fiction, Thriller.
- Who stars in Paprika?
- Akio Otsuka, Hideyuki Tanaka, Koichi Yamadera, Megumi Hayashibara, Toru Furuya appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Paprika?
- Satoshi Kon directed Paprika.
- How long is Paprika?
- Paprika runs for 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- Is Paprika worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Paprika?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
