Overview

• The Tokyo-set dramedy follows an American actor who takes jobs with a company that supplies surrogate relatives for clients.
• Director Hikari co-wrote the film with Stephen Blahut, and critics highlight a tender tone that plays to Fraser’s strengths.
• Reviews from Collider and Looper commend the cast and emotional core while noting sentimentality and underdeveloped supporting characters.
• Searchlight Pictures has set a U.S. theatrical opening for November 21, 2025, with a reported runtime of 103 minutes.
• While promoting at TIFF, Fraser said the rise of streaming pushes actors to be more selective and to “up your game.”