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The Brightest Sun (2026)

Movie 129 min

Drama

When a private detective is murdered, a former colleague and a trainee detective are sent to investigate. Along the way, they uncover a tragic truth that triggers memories from their own haunted pasts.

Tetsuya Nakashima Director

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Quick facts

Released
August 28, 2026
Runtime
129 min
IMDb
tt36236732
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Language
Studio
, TIME, Sazanami

Themes

Cast

Hidetoshi Nishijima Hidetoshi Nishijima Hikari Mitsushima Hikari Mitsushima Kankuro Fuji Hanamiya Kuroki Shinya Tsukamoto Shinya Tsukamoto Haru Kuroki Haru Kuroki Kankuro Kudo Kankuro Kudo Ko Shibasaki Ko Shibasaki Tsurutaro Kataoka Tsurutaro Kataoka Jiro Sato Jiro Sato Koji Yakusho Koji Yakusho Yamazaki Nanami Yamazaki Nanami Hijiri Hirooka Hijiri Hirooka

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Brightest Sun about?
When a private detective is murdered, a former colleague and a trainee detective are sent to investigate. Along the way, they uncover a tragic truth that triggers memories from their own haunted pasts.
Who directed The Brightest Sun?
The Brightest Sun was directed by Tetsuya Nakashima.
Who stars in The Brightest Sun?
The Brightest Sun stars Hidetoshi Nishijima, Hikari Mitsushima, Kankuro Fuji, Hanamiya Kuroki.
When was The Brightest Sun released?
The Brightest Sun is a 2026 drama film.
Where can I watch The Brightest Sun?
You can watch The Brightest Sun with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.