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Rental Family Debuts on PVOD With Exclusive Deleted Scene as Reviews Roll In

Critics highlight Brendan Fraser’s empathy-led performance, questioning the film’s gentle approach to Japan’s real stand‑in service.

Overview

  • The film is now available for premium digital rental and purchase on January 13 via Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
  • Physical editions on 4K Ultra HD, Blu‑ray, and DVD are slated for February 17, with pre‑orders open.
  • Searchlight provided Newsweek an exclusive deleted scene titled “Aiko’s First Client,” part of a slate of bonus features including a making‑of featurette and multiple deleted or extended scenes.
  • Reviews from the Independent and Empire praise Brendan Fraser as the emotional anchor while noting a sentimental tone and limited exploration of the practice’s ethical complexities.
  • Directed and co‑written by HIKARI, the Tokyo‑set drama draws on Japan’s rental‑family industry; an official streaming release date has not been announced.