100 METERS
ひゃくえむ。
100 METERS
ひゃくえむ。
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What this film brings
Content barometer
Violence
1/5
Mild
Fear
1/5
Mild
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
1/5
Mild
Narrative complexity
3/5
Complex
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
100 Meters is a sports film centered on athletics and the rivalry between two runners who have known each other since childhood, carried by a competitive and human atmosphere. Sensitive elements are few and remain within the realm of competitive sport: tensions between rivals, performance pressure, and possible moments of discouragement or verbal confrontation between characters. These moments are punctual and primarily serve to illustrate self-surpassing and perseverance, without graphic violence or notable mature content. Parents can encourage children from around 8 or 9 years old to watch this film, using the themes of effort and friendship as a starting point for conversations about hard work and respect for one's opponent.
Synopsis
A gifted runner trains a determined but unskilled classmate, unaware he's creating a rival who will challenge him on the track for years to come.
Difficult scenes
The intense sports competition scenes may create sustained narrative tension, particularly when the two protagonists face each other directly on the track after years of rivalry: a child sensitive to pressure or failure might feel anxious about the stakes being presented. The moments of disappointment or sidelining experienced by the less gifted character early in his training could resonate with children who have themselves experienced feelings of being underestimated or overlooked in a school or sports context.
Where to watch
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Availability checked on Apr 01, 2026
About this title
- Format
- Feature film
- Year
- 2025
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Countries
- Japan, United States of America
- Original language
- JA
- Directed by
- Kenji Iwaisawa
- Main cast
- Tori Matsuzaka, Shota Sometani, Yuma Uchida, Koki Uchiyama, Kenjiro Tsuda, Jun Kasama, Rie Takahashi, Yuki Tanaka, Atsumi Tanezaki, Aoi Yuuki
- Studios
- Pony Canyon, Asmik Ace, TBS, Rock'n Roll Mountain, GKIDS
Content barometer
Violence
1/5
Mild
Fear
1/5
Mild
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
1/5
Mild
Narrative complexity
3/5
Complex
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
100 Meters is a sports film centered on athletics and the rivalry between two runners who have known each other since childhood, carried by a competitive and human atmosphere. Sensitive elements are few and remain within the realm of competitive sport: tensions between rivals, performance pressure, and possible moments of discouragement or verbal confrontation between characters. These moments are punctual and primarily serve to illustrate self-surpassing and perseverance, without graphic violence or notable mature content. Parents can encourage children from around 8 or 9 years old to watch this film, using the themes of effort and friendship as a starting point for conversations about hard work and respect for one's opponent.
Synopsis
A gifted runner trains a determined but unskilled classmate, unaware he's creating a rival who will challenge him on the track for years to come.
Difficult scenes
The intense sports competition scenes may create sustained narrative tension, particularly when the two protagonists face each other directly on the track after years of rivalry: a child sensitive to pressure or failure might feel anxious about the stakes being presented. The moments of disappointment or sidelining experienced by the less gifted character early in his training could resonate with children who have themselves experienced feelings of being underestimated or overlooked in a school or sports context.