---
title: "Josee, the Tiger and the Fish"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/josee-the-tiger-and-the-fish-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 652837
imdb_id: "tt12879624"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 8.3
vote_count: 610
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Josee, the Tiger and the Fish (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/josee-the-tiger-and-the-fish-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Josee, the Tiger and the Fish is a 2020 film that follows the lives of two individuals whose paths cross through a professional arrangement. Tsuneo is a young man who harbors aspirations of diving abroad. To support his goals, he accepts a position assisting Josee, an artist who uses a wheelchair and possesses a vivid imagination that allows her to explore worlds far beyond her physical limitations. As the narrative progresses, the characters encounter shifting circumstances that challenge their perspectives and resolve. When the tide turns against them, Tsuneo and Josee find themselves forced to navigate difficult situations that push them to reach places they previously considered impossible. Throughout this journey, the pair provides mutual support and motivation, ultimately developing a connection that is described as a love fit for a storybook. The film explores themes of ambition, artistic expression, and the transformative power of human relationships as the two protagonists work to overcome the obstacles they face in their shared experience.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An ambitious student and a wheelchair-bound artist form an inspiring bond that changes their lives."

### Why Watch
- Features a sweet anime romance
- Described as an uplifting and inspirational film

### Caveats & Content Note
- Source material mentions specific treatment concerns regarding disability
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains romantic and dramatic themes suitable for animation and drama fans.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: uplifting, inspirational, romantic, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kotaro Tamura
- **Networks / Studios**: BONES, KADOKAWA, Shochiku

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Taishi Nakagawa** as *Tsuneo Suzukawa (voice)*
- **Kaya Kiyohara** as *Kumiko 'Josee' Yamamura (voice)*
- **Yume Miyamoto** as *Mai Ninomiya (voice)*
- **Kazuyuki Okitsu** as *Hayato Matsuura (voice)*
- **Lynn** as *Kana Kishimoto (voice)*
- **Chiemi Matsutera** as *Chizu Yamamura (voice)*
- **Kanji Obana** as *Professor Kondo (voice)*
- **Shintarou Moriyama** as *Nishida (voice)*
- **Yuuya Uchida** as *Mizushima (voice)*
- **Jin Urayama** as *Fujita (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of the film?
The film was released in 2020.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Kotaro Tamura.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It belongs to the animation, drama, and romance genres.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 38 minutes.

### Q: What is the basis for the film's story?
It is based on a short story by author Seiko Tanabe.

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