Movie

Super 8

“It arrives.”

★ 6.8(7,090)20111h 52m

Super 8 is streaming on Netflix, U-NEXT and Netflix Standard with Ads in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and FOD. Availability checked 15 June 2026.

Where to watch Super 8

🇯🇵 Japan

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Good to know

Director: J.J. Abrams
Release date: 2011-06-09
Runtime: 1h 52m
Language: English
Box office: $260,100,000
Budget: $50,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

Super 8 — trailer

About Super 8

Super 8 is a 2011 movie in the Thriller, Science Fiction and Mystery genres, directed by J.J. Abrams, starring Joel Courtney, Elle Fanning and Riley Griffiths. It has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 7,090 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Super 8 in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In late 1970s Ohio, a group of friends filming a homemade zombie movie witness a devastating train derailment. Soon after, their quiet town is gripped by unexplained disappearances, strange phenomena, and a growing sense of fear, as they uncover that something terrifying has been set loose.

Cast

Joel Courtney

Joe Lamb

Elle Fanning

Alice Dainard

Riley Griffiths

Charles Kaznyk

Kyle Chandler

Jackson Lamb

Noah Emmerich

Nelec

AJ Michalka

Jen Kaznyk

Ryan Lee

Cary McCarthy

Ron Eldard

Louis Dainard

Gabriel Basso

Martin Read

Bruce Greenwood

Cooper

Zach Mills

Preston

Jessica Tuck

Mrs. Kaznyk

Themes & keywords

1970salientrain crashfirecrackersuper 8mm footageduringcreditsstingercomplexconspiracy thrillerjoyoussuspensefulintenseamusedcomfortingfamiliar

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Super 8 in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Super 8 on Netflix, U-NEXT and Netflix Standard with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and FOD.

Is Super 8 on Netflix?+

Yes — Super 8 is available to stream on Netflix in Japan.

How long is Super 8?+

Super 8 has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

Who stars in Super 8?+

Super 8 stars Joel Courtney, Elle Fanning, Riley Griffiths, Kyle Chandler and Noah Emmerich.

When did Super 8 come out?+

Super 8 is a 2011 movie directed by J.J. Abrams.

What genre is Super 8?+

Super 8 is Thriller, Science Fiction and Mystery film.

Who directed Super 8?+

Super 8 was directed by J.J. Abrams.