The Full-Time Wife Escapist
The Full-Time Wife Escapist

The Full-Time Wife Escapist

2016TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsJapanese

A series of events leads single, 25-year-old Mikuri Moriyama and 36-year-old Hiramasa Tsuzaki to marry as a cover.

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IMDb7.0/10
Google Users85%
Director: Yoshihiro FukagawaGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

Michi is a talented programmer who struggles to find a stable job and a partner. In order to gain financial stability, she enters into a contractual marriage with a quirky and introverted colleague, Kentaro. Their arrangement is purely transactional, with Michi acting as a full-time housewife in exchange for living expenses. However, as they navigate their unconventional domestic life, unexpected feelings begin to emerge between them.

Critical Reception

The film was a moderate success in Japan, praised for its charming premise and the chemistry between its leads. While not a critical darling, it resonated with audiences for its lighthearted take on modern relationships and societal expectations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique and humorous take on modern marriage.
  • The chemistry between the lead actors is a highlight.
  • Offers a lighthearted exploration of relationship dynamics and societal pressures.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's refreshing concept and the endearing performances of the main cast. Many found it to be a funny and heartwarming story that offered a different perspective on marriage and partnership.

Fun Fact

The drama series 'Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu' (which translates to 'The Full-Time Wife Escapist') was incredibly popular and spawned a cultural phenomenon in Japan, with the theme song's dance becoming a viral hit.

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