This is I
Bullied for wanting to be an idol, Kenji finds belonging in a cabaret and help from a trailblazing doctor, emerging onstage as her true self, Ai Haruna.
This Is I (2026) is a drama and music film directed by Yusaku Matsumoto, released on February 9, 2026 with a runtime of 2h 10m. It stars Haruki Mochizuki, Takumi Saitoh, Tae Kimura and Seiji Chihara. Viewers rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 23 ratings.
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Haruki Mochizuki
as Ai Haruna
Takumi Saitoh
as Koji Wada
Tae Kimura
as Hatsue
Seiji Chihara
as Kazutaka
Ataru Nakamura
as Aki
Kaito Yoshimura
as Takuya
Yumi Suenari
as Grandma
MEGUMI
as Yoko
Shido Nakamura
as Tsuruhisa
Norika Fujiwara
as Producer
Momiji Yamamura
as Entertainment Agency President
Directed by Yusaku Matsumoto, written by Masahiro Yamaura, produced by Yoshihiro Kubota.
Average viewer score of 7.1/10 from 23 ratings.
*This Is I (2026)* delivers a heartfelt exploration of identity, courage, and self-acceptance through strong performances, polished visuals, and an emotionally meaningful true story. Although its dual narrative, uneven emotional pacing, and limited character depth occasionally weaken the impact, the film remains compelling with its sincere message and thoughtful portrayal of Ai Haruna's journey. Overall, it is a…
Reviewed on June 26, 2026
This is a very moving and memorable movie about a trans woman who was born in the wrong body and worked her way toward becoming her true self. While dealing with very sensitive and painful topics, the movie strikes a balance but mostly remaining upbeat and happy and focusses less on the pain that I can only imagine that this journey demands; although that is touched on as well. It is based on a true-life story of…
Reviewed on August 29, 2026
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This Is I (2026) is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
The main cast of This Is I (2026) includes Haruki Mochizuki, Takumi Saitoh, Tae Kimura, Seiji Chihara and Ataru Nakamura. The film was directed by Yusaku Matsumoto. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
This Is I was released on February 9, 2026 and runs for 2h 10m.
This Is I (2026) holds an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 23 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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