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Brendan Fraser Embraces Japanese Culture in Upcoming Film

10/17/2025

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Rental Family follows Phillip Vanderplug, an American actor in Tokyo who works for a rental family service.
Brendan Fraser spoke at a London Film Festival Q&A about how the film helped him confront insecurities and feel worthy.
The director is Hikari.
The film will be released in U.S. theaters on November 21, 2025.
Fraser prepared for the role by learning Japanese and immersing himself in Japanese culture.

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Story summary

Rental Family follows Phillip Vanderplug, an American actor in Tokyo who works for a rental family service.
Brendan Fraser spoke at a London Film Festival Q&A about how the film helped him confront insecurities and feel worthy.
The director is Hikari.
The film will be released in U.S. theaters on November 21, 2025.
Fraser prepared for the role by learning Japanese and immersing himself in Japanese culture.