The Postman
“The year is 2013. One man walked in off the horizon and hope came with him.”
Where to watch The Postman in Japan
The Postman is streaming on Hulu, U-NEXT and 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 28 May 2026.
About The Postman
The Postman is a 1997 movie in the Science Fiction, Adventure and Action genres, directed by Kevin Costner, starring Kevin Costner, Will Patton and Larenz Tate. It has a runtime of 2 hours 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 1,192 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Postman in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
The Postman trailer
Overview
In 2013, there are no highways, no I-ways, no dreams of a better tomorrow, only scattered survivors across what was once the United States. Into this apocalyptic wasteland comes an enigmatic drifter with a mule, a knack for Shakespeare, and something yet undiscovered: the power to inspire hope.
Top cast
Kevin Costner
The Postman
Will Patton
Bethlehem
Larenz Tate
Ford
Olivia Williams
Abby
James Russo
Idaho
Daniel von Bargen
Sheriff Briscoe
Tom Petty
Bridge City Mayor
Scott Bairstow
Luke
Giovanni Ribisi
Bandit #20
Roberta Maxwell
Irene March
Joe Santos
Getty
Ron McLarty
Old George
Peggy Lipton
Ellen March
Brian Anthony Wilson
Woody
Todd Allen
Gibbs
Rex Linn
Mercer
Shawn Hatosy
Billy
Ryan Hurst
Eddie
Charles Esten
Michael
Annie Costner
Ponytail
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Postman in Japan?+
In Japan, you can stream The Postman on Hulu, U-NEXT and 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 The Postman on Netflix?+
The Postman is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on Hulu, U-NEXT and HBO Max on U-Next.
How long is The Postman?+
The Postman has a runtime of 2 hours 58 minutes (178 minutes).
Who stars in The Postman?+
The Postman stars Kevin Costner, Will Patton, Larenz Tate, Olivia Williams and James Russo.
When did The Postman come out?+
The Postman is a 1997 movie directed by Kevin Costner.
What genre is The Postman?+
The Postman is Science Fiction, Adventure and Action film.
Who directed The Postman?+
The Postman was directed by Kevin Costner.
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