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The Demon

They'd be better off with strangers.

6.5(38)19781h 50m
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Where to watch The Demon in Canada

The Demon is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada. Availability checked 4 June 2026.

About The Demon

The Demon is a 1978 movie in the Drama and Crime genres, directed by Yoshitarō Nomura, starring Ken Ogata, Shima Iwashita and Mayumi Ogawa. It has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 38 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Demon in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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Overview

When Sokichi stops providing his long-time lover Kikuyo enough money to pay for the care of their three young children, Kikuyo leaves the children with Sokichi - and his very surprised and angry wife Oume - and disappears.

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Themes & keywords

child abusegreedangryaggressivedrearydramaticcomplicateddishearteningtragic

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Demon in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream The Demon on Criterion Channel.

Is The Demon on Netflix?+

The Demon is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.

How long is The Demon?+

The Demon has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

Who stars in The Demon?+

The Demon stars Ken Ogata, Shima Iwashita, Mayumi Ogawa, Hiroki Iwase and Miyuki Yoshizawa.

When did The Demon come out?+

The Demon is a 1978 movie directed by Yoshitarō Nomura.

What genre is The Demon?+

The Demon is Drama and Crime film.

Who directed The Demon?+

The Demon was directed by Yoshitarō Nomura.

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