---
title: "The Stranger by the Shore"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-stranger-by-the-shore-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 642121
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 59
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Stranger by the Shore (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-stranger-by-the-shore-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Stranger by the Shore is a film first released in 2020. Catalogued under Animation, Romance, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Studio Hibari, HALF H･P STUDIO, Shochiku. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An abandoned novelist befriends a young man before an unexpected separation and a later confession."

### Why Watch
- Features a touching romance and drama
- Explores themes of acceptance and relationships

### Caveats & Content Note
- The provided text is very brief regarding detailed critiques
- Runtime is limited
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG-12 and contains romantic and dramatic themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: emotional, romantic, dramatic, animated

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-stranger-by-the-shore-2020#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Akiyo Ohashi
- **Networks / Studios**: Studio Hibari, HALF H･P STUDIO, Shochiku

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Taishi Murata** as *Shun Hashimoto (voice)*
- **Yoshitsugu Matsuoka** as *Mio Chibana (voice)*
- **Yu Shimamura** as *Sakurako (voice)*
- **Kanae Itou** as *Eri (voice)*
- **Sayaka Nakaya** as *Suzu (voice)*
- **Hana Sato** as *Auntie (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the title of the film?
The film is titled The Stranger by the Shore.

### Q: When was the film released in the US?
The US release date listed is 07/09/2021.

### Q: What are the genres of the movie?
The genres are animation, romance, and drama.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 59 minutes.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the story?
Shun is abandoned after coming out and befriends Mio, who later returns years later with a confession.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Stranger by the Shore — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/642121)

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