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Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2012): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2012) movie poster

Jiro Dreams of Sushi is a 2012 documentary directed by David Gelb, starring Jiro Ono and Sukiyabashi Ono. It runs 1 hour 21 minutes and earned $2.7 million worldwide. Critics gave it 99% on Rotten Tomatoes and 77 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.8/10.

IMDb rating
7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes
99%
worldwide gross
$2.7M
Metascore
77
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Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 21m (81 min)
Director
David Gelb
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Jiro Dreams of Sushi About?

The premise of Jiro Dreams of Sushi without spoilers.

The documentary follows 85-year-old Jiro Ono, a sushi master and owner of Sukiyabashi Jiro, a celebrated Tokyo restaurant with three Michelin stars. For decades, he has relentlessly pursued perfection in his craft, creating exquisite sushi that attracts devoted fans from around the world. The film explores his unwavering dedication and the challenges faced by his son, Yoshikazu, who grapples with the pressure of following in his father's footsteps and finding his own path.

Jiro Dreams of Sushi Themes & Keywords

· 25 tags
  • japanese kitchen
  • japanese food
  • fish dish
  • sushi
  • japanese culture
  • chef
  • eating fish
  • food and drink documentary
  • son
  • master
  • tuna
  • fish market
+13 more
  • sushi bar
  • sushi-chef
  • japanese restaurant
  • brother brother relationship
  • tokyo japan
  • father son relationship
  • apprentice
  • perfectionist
  • sushi restaurant
  • subject name in title
  • name in title
  • food in title
  • documentary subject's name in title
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Cast & crew

Jiro Dreams of Sushi Cast

Jiro Ono leads the cast, with Sukiyabashi Ono. Directed by David Gelb.

From the director

More from David Gelb

More films directed by David Gelb, best-rated first: Wolfgang, Stan Lee, The Lazarus Effect and Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi’s Return.

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Ratings

Jiro Dreams of Sushi Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Jiro Dreams of Sushi 99% on Rotten Tomatoes and 77 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.8/10.

Box office

Jiro Dreams of Sushi Box Office

Jiro Dreams of Sushi grossed $2.7 million worldwide. $2.6 million came from the US and Canada and $140,386 (5%) from the rest of the world.

2012 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.7M

US & Canada
$2.6M
International
$140.4K
US & Canada 95% Rest of the world 5%
Videos

Jiro Dreams of Sushi Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Jiro Dreams of Sushi.

'Jiro Dreams of Sushi' Trailer (Documentary)
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Jiro Dreams of Sushi Also Known As

17 alternative titles, including “寿司之神” and “O Sushi dos Sonhos de Jiro”.

Also known as
  • 寿司之神
  • O Sushi dos Sonhos de Jiro
  • 스시 장인: 지로의 꿈
  • Мечты Дзиро о суши
  • 二郎は鮨の夢を見る
  • じろうはすしのゆめをみる
  • Jiro und das beste Sushi der Welt
  • Jiro e l'arte del sushi
  • ג'ירו חלומות של סושי
  • Sushiálmok
  • Jiro śni o sushi
  • Verdens bedste sushi
+5 more
  • Сны Дзиро о суши
  • 壽司之神
  • Sushimestari Jiron unelma
  • Jirōovy vysněné sushi
  • จิโระ เทพเจ้าซูชิ

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Jiro Dreams of Sushi FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Jiro Dreams of Sushi, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Jiro Dreams of Sushi?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

When was Jiro Dreams of Sushi released?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi was released on March 9, 2012.

Who directed Jiro Dreams of Sushi?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi was directed by David Gelb.

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Who is in the cast of Jiro Dreams of Sushi?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi stars Jiro Ono and Sukiyabashi Ono.

How much did Jiro Dreams of Sushi make at the box office?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi grossed $2.7 million worldwide ($2.6 million domestic, $140,386 international).

How is Jiro Dreams of Sushi rated?

Jiro Dreams of Sushi has 7.8/10 on IMDb, 99% on Rotten Tomatoes, 77 on Metacritic and 78% on TMDB.

Does Jiro Dreams of Sushi have a post-credit scene?

No. Jiro Dreams of Sushi has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Jiro Dreams of Sushi in?

The original language of Jiro Dreams of Sushi is Japanese.

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