Where to watch Shorts in Japan
Shorts is streaming on HBO Max on U-Next in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD. Availability checked 16 June 2026.
About Shorts
Shorts is a 2009 movie in the Family, Fantasy and Comedy genres, directed by Robert Rodriguez, starring Jimmy Bennett, Jake Short and Kat Dennings. It has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 318 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Shorts in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Shorts trailer
Overview
A young boy's discovery of a colorful, wish-granting rock causes chaos in the suburban town of Black Falls when jealous kids and scheming adults alike set out to get their hands on it.
Top cast
Jimmy Bennett
Toby Thompson
Jake Short
Nose Noseworthy
Kat Dennings
Stacy Thompson
Trevor Gagnon
Loogie Short
Devon Gearhart
Cole Black
Jolie Vanier
Helvetica Black
Rebel Rodriguez
Lug Short
Leo Howard
Laser Short
Leslie Mann
Mom Thompson
Jon Cryer
Dad Thompson
William H. Macy
Dr. Noseworthy
James Spader
Carbon Black
Angela Lanza
Teacher
Alejandro Rose-Garcia
John / Boyfriend
Cambell Westmoreland
Blinker #1
Zoe Webb
Blinker #2
Chris Orf
Goofy Host
Racer Rodriguez
Bully #1
Rocket Rodriguez
Bully #2
John Chilleri
Hallway Kid (uncredited)
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Shorts in Japan?+
In Japan, you can stream Shorts on HBO Max on U-Next. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD.
Is Shorts on Netflix?+
Shorts is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on HBO Max on U-Next.
How long is Shorts?+
Shorts has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
Who stars in Shorts?+
Shorts stars Jimmy Bennett, Jake Short, Kat Dennings, Trevor Gagnon and Devon Gearhart.
When did Shorts come out?+
Shorts is a 2009 movie directed by Robert Rodriguez.
What genre is Shorts?+
Shorts is Family, Fantasy, Comedy, Adventure and Science Fiction film.
Who directed Shorts?+
Shorts was directed by Robert Rodriguez.
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