Movie

Argo

“The movie was fake. The mission was real.”

★ 7.3(8,963)20122h 0m

Argo is streaming on U-NEXT and HBO Max on U-Next in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD. Availability checked 12 June 2026.

Where to watch Argo

🇯🇵 Japan

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Good to know

Director: Ben Affleck
Release date: 2012-10-11
Runtime: 2h 0m
Language: Arabic
Box office: $232,300,000
Budget: $44,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: GK Films

Argo — trailer

About Argo

Argo is a 2012 movie in the Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Ben Affleck, starring Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston and Alan Arkin. It has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 8,963 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Argo in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.

Cast

Ben Affleck

Tony Mendez

Bryan Cranston

Jack O'Donnell

Alan Arkin

Lester Siegel

John Goodman

John Chambers

Victor Garber

Ken Taylor

Tate Donovan

Bob Anders

Clea DuVall

Cora Lijek

Scoot McNairy

Joe Stafford

Rory Cochrane

Lee Schatz

Christopher Denham

Mark Lijek

Kerry Bishé

Kathy Stafford

Kyle Chandler

Hamilton Jordan

Themes & keywords

central intelligence agency (cia)husband wife relationshiprevolutionpress conferencebiographyamerican abroadextractioniran hostage crisisintelligence agentlangley virginia1980spolitical thrillerfactual

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Argo in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Argo on U-NEXT and HBO Max on U-Next. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD.

Is Argo on Netflix?+

Argo is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on U-NEXT and HBO Max on U-Next.

How long is Argo?+

Argo has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes (120 minutes).

Who stars in Argo?+

Argo stars Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin, John Goodman and Victor Garber.

When did Argo come out?+

Argo is a 2012 movie directed by Ben Affleck.

What genre is Argo?+

Argo is Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Argo?+

Argo was directed by Ben Affleck.