Storyline

This documentary follows the lives of four elderly Japanese men living in Manila's impoverished districts. Known as "distressed Japanese," they navigate their daily lives with minimal earnings and assistance from others. Despite once having jobs and families in Japan, they find themselves spending their final days in Manila for various reasons. The documentary offers a poignant portrayal of their struggles over seven years.

Key Information

Director Tsuyoshi Kumeta
Writers Tsuyoshi Kumeta
Language JA

Cast & Crew

Tadashi Shimamura

Issei Yasuoka

Toshihiko Taniguchi

Toshiharu Hirayama

Frequently Asked Questions

Underdogs was released on December 18, 2021.

The runtime of Underdogs is 2h 0m.

Underdogs is a Documentary movie.

Underdogs is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Underdogs was directed by Tsuyoshi Kumeta.

The main cast of Underdogs includes Tadashi Shimamura, Issei Yasuoka, Toshihiko Taniguchi.

Underdogs is originally in Japanese.