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The Contestant

The Contestant

The naked truth about the world's first reality star.

The incredible true story of a man who lived for 15 months trapped inside a small room, naked, starving and alone... and completely unaware that his life was being broadcast on national TV in Japan, to over 15 million viewers a week.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Contestant
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2023-09-08
  • Runtime: 91 minutes
  • Rating: 6.775/10 (40 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Misfits Entertainment, MRC
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.1085
  • Languages: Japanese, English

Cast & Crew

Nasubi

Nasubi

as Self

Toshio Tsuchiya

Toshio Tsuchiya

as Self

Fred Armisen

Fred Armisen

as Denpa Shonen Narrator (voice)

Takehiro Hira

Takehiro Hira

as Nasubi's Diary (voice)

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

japanbased on true storynakedtelevision broadcastlocked inlocked roomreality televisionlocked insidereality shownaked life

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Contestant?

The Contestant is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2023-09-08.

Who are the main actors in The Contestant?

The main cast includes Nasubi, Toshio Tsuchiya, Fred Armisen, Takehiro Hira, .

Where can I watch The Contestant online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Contestant is available.

Is The Contestant based on a true story?

The naked truth about the world's first reality star.

What is the IMDb rating of The Contestant?

The Contestant has an IMDb rating of 6.775/10 based on 40 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Contestant?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Contestant?

The soundtrack was composed by Misfits Entertainment, MRC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Contestant filmed?

The Contestant was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Contestant?

The total runtime of The Contestant is 91 minutes.

Is The Contestant suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Contestant?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Contestant.

Does The Contestant have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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