The Naked Director (2019)
A provocative Netflix drama charting the scandalous rise of Japan's most notorious adult video director during the turbulent 1980s.
The Naked Director - Series Information
- Original Title: 全裸監督
- First Air Year: 2019
- Last Air Year: 2021
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 50 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 16
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: August 8, 2019 (United States - TV-MA), August 8, 2019 (United Kingdom - 18), August 8, 2019 (Germany - 18), August 8, 2019 (France - 18), August 8, 2019 (Brazil - 18), August 8, 2019 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Netflix
- Production Companies: Image Field, C&I entertainment
- Production Countries: Japan
- Alternative Titles: Голый режиссер (RU), 全裸监督 (CN), Zenra kantoku (JP), The Naked Director (US), 全裸監督 (HK)
The Naked Director - Plot
Follows the rise of Tooru Muranishi, one of Japan's most notorious directors of adult video. Adapted from a biography of the man, this series depicts the character, his art, vision and his interactions with the approving and disapproving folk around him.
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The Naked Director - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Takayuki Yamada
- Shinnosuke Mitsushima
- Misato Morita
- Tetsuji Tamayama
- Pierre Taki
- Tokio Emoto
- Sairi Ito
- Takenori Goto
- Jun Kunimura
- Ami Tomite
Writers
- Yoshitatsu Yamada
- Kosuke Nishi
- Kana Yamada
- Eiji Uchida
Executive Producers
- Kaata Sakamoto
- Tarō Gotō
The Naked Director - FAQs
Is The Naked Director based on a true story?
Yes, The Naked Director is adapted from a biography of Toru Muranishi, a real-life Japanese entrepreneur who became one of the most influential and controversial figures in Japan's adult video industry during the 1980s economic bubble era.
Who plays Toru Muranishi in The Naked Director?
Acclaimed Japanese actor Takayuki Yamada portrays Toru Muranishi, the series' central figure. Yamada's intense, charismatic performance earned widespread praise, bringing the real-life adult video pioneer to life with remarkable energy and conviction throughout both seasons.
Where can you stream The Naked Director?
The Naked Director is available exclusively on Netflix, including Netflix Standard with Ads. Both seasons are available to stream. You can compare all viewing options for your region on JustWatch to find the most convenient way to watch.
How many seasons does The Naked Director have?
The Naked Director ran for two seasons, with Season 1 premiering on August 8, 2019, and Season 2 releasing in 2021. Each season contains 8 episodes, for a total of 16 episodes. The series concluded after Season 2 and is not expected to return.
What is The Naked Director about?
The series chronicles the audacious rise of Toru Muranishi, Japan's most notorious adult video director, set during the freewheeling 1980s Showa era. It explores themes of ambition, freedom of expression, the adult entertainment industry, and the social tensions of Japan's economic bubble period.
Is The Naked Director worth watching?
Critics and audiences have praised The Naked Director for its bold storytelling, stylish direction, and Takayuki Yamada's standout performance. It blends dark comedy with drama, offering a surprisingly compelling portrait of ambition and rebellion in 1980s Japan. Viewers who enjoy character-driven biopics tend to rate it highly.
What is the content rating for The Naked Director?
The Naked Director is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains adult content, strong language, and explicit themes related to the adult entertainment industry. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.
Who are the main actors in The Naked Director?
The principal cast includes Takayuki Yamada, Shinnosuke Mitsushima, Misato Morita, Tetsuji Tamayama, Pierre Taki, Tokio Emoto, Sairi Ito, Takenori Goto, Jun Kunimura, and Ami Tomite, all delivering strong performances across the series' two seasons.
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