Brendan Fraser’s Rent-a-Family Adventure in Tokyo

This week brings exciting news for fans awaiting fresh content on the streaming service. A feature comedy, starring Brendan Fraser, is making its way to the digital platform soon, offering viewers a heartfelt and unusual cinematic experience.

Unlike many of its live-action and animated originals, the platform has shown less delay in showcasing films from studios such as 20th Century and Searchlight. In the early part of 2026, the service has already added prominent theatrical releases such as Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere in January and Predator: Badlands, with this new title marking the latest arrival.

The film follows an American actor in modern-day Tokyo who finds himself in a unique role working for a rental family agency in Japan. His journey includes:

• Accepting a job as a substitute family member for various clients.
• Immersing in the everyday lives of strangers he encounters.
• Discovering the finer details of human connection and belonging.
• Facing the ethical challenges that come with blurring the limits between performance and genuine relationships.

Although the theatrical debut began at the end of November 2025, some markets, including the UK, only saw the film hit cinemas by mid-January 2026. Therefore, the upcoming release on the streaming service, scheduled for February 18, is both timely and a treat for those who have been eagerly waiting.

If you have yet to catch this engaging story, Make sure you take a look at our in-depth analysis for further insights into the film's unique narrative and emotional depth.