Recently, My Sister Is Unusual (2014)
A supernatural romantic comedy from Japan in which a ghost possesses a stepsister to win the heart of her new stepbrother.
Recently, My Sister Is Unusual - Movie Information
- Original Title: 最近、妹のようすがちょっとおかしいんだが
- Release Year: 2014
- Directed by: Iggy Coen, Yuki Aoyama
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
- Runtime: 1h 57m
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 17, 2014 (Japan - R15+)
- Alternative Titles: Saikin, imôto no yôsu ga chotto okashii n da ga. (JP), Recently, My Sister is Unusual Live Action (US), 最近，妹妹的样子有点怪 (CN)
- Production Companies: KADOKAWA, DUB
- Production Countries: Japan
Recently, My Sister Is Unusual - Plot
Mitsuki and Yuya become stepsister and stepbrother because of their parents' marriage. Mitsuki can't get along with her new family and Yuya doesn't know how to approach his new stepsister. One day, Mitsuki becomes possessed by the spirit of Hiyori. Hiyori likes Yuya and believes Yuya can help her get to heaven. Hiyori places a leather chastity belt upon on Mitsuki and a plan takes place to help send Hiyori to heaven.
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Recently, My Sister Is Unusual - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Iggy Coen
- Yuki Aoyama
Main Cast
- Tenka Hashimoto
- Yūkichi Kobayashi
- Mayu Mitsui
- Mika Yano
- Kazue Akita
- Reiko Hayama
- Tsunaki Fukushima
- Ini Kusano
- Kenji Iwaya
- Aiko Masuda
Writers
- Takehiko Minato
- Iggy Coen
Producers
- Ujikatsu Omori
- Yuichi Shibahara
- Hidehisa Chiwata
Recently, My Sister Is Unusual - FAQs
Is Recently, My Sister Is Unusual based on a manga?
Yes, the film is a live-action adaptation of the manga series by Neko Hiragi. The manga ran in Monthly Comic Alive and blends supernatural comedy with romantic taboo themes. The film adapts its central premise of spirit possession and stepsibling dynamics into a feature-length format.
Where can you watch Recently, My Sister Is Unusual?
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Who are the main actors in this film?
The film stars Tenka Hashimoto as Mitsuki Kanzaki, Yūkichi Kobayashi as Yuya Kanzaki, and Mayu Mitsui as the ghost Hiyori Kotobuki. Supporting roles are filled by Mika Yano, Kazue Akita, and Reiko Hayama, among others.
What is Recently, My Sister Is Unusual about?
After their parents marry, stepsiblings Mitsuki and Yuya struggle to connect. Mitsuki is then possessed by the ghost of Hiyori, a spirit who loves Yuya and believes he can help her reach heaven. Hiyori's plan involves a supernatural chastity belt and increasingly complicated romantic entanglements.
Who directed Recently, My Sister Is Unusual?
The film was co-directed by Iggy Coen and Yuki Aoyama. The screenplay was written by Takehiko Minato and Iggy Coen, adapting the source manga into a live-action feature produced by KADOKAWA and DUB.
When was Recently, My Sister Is Unusual released?
The film was released in Japan on May 17, 2014, with an R15+ rating. It later received a US release date listing of November 28, 2023, reflecting its availability in international markets through digital platforms.
What genre is Recently, My Sister Is Unusual?
The film belongs to the Comedy, Fantasy, and Romance genres. It blends supernatural elements — specifically spirit possession and the afterlife — with awkward romantic comedy and the social tensions of a newly blended family, in keeping with the tone of its manga source material.
How long is Recently, My Sister Is Unusual?
Recently, My Sister Is Unusual has a runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes (117 minutes). The film was produced in Japan and is presented entirely in Japanese, with subtitles available for international audiences on most streaming and digital platforms.
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