When a private detective is murdered, a former colleague and a trainee detective are sent to investigate. Along the way, they uncover a tragic truth that triggers memories from their own haunted pasts.
A moving masterpiece that will enlighten all those who seek love.
Director: Tetsuya Nakashima · Writers: Tetsuya Nakashima, Nobuhiro Monma
When a private detective is murdered, a former colleague and a trainee detective are sent to investigate. Along the way, they uncover a tragic truth that triggers memories from their own haunted pasts.
The Brightest Sun is a 2026 drama movie from Japan directed by Tetsuya Nakashima, starring Hidetoshi Nishijima, Hikari Mitsushima and Haru Kuroki. It was released on August 28, 2026. The running time is 2 h 9 min, in Japanese.
“A moving masterpiece that will enlighten all those who seek love.”
The Brightest Sun was released on August 28, 2026.
The Brightest Sun was directed by Tetsuya Nakashima.
The main cast includes Hidetoshi Nishijima, Hikari Mitsushima, Haru Kuroki, Kankuro Kudo and Katsuya Maiguma.
The Brightest Sun runs 2 h 9 min.
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based on novel or book
Tetsuya Nakashima
Hidetoshi Nishijima
Hikari Mitsushima
Haru Kuroki
Kankuro Kudo
Katsuya Maiguma
Jin Suzuki
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Nanami Yamazaki
Miako Tadano
Kayo Noro
Mijika Nagai