After dropping out of college, "Takeshi" jumps into the Asakusa France Theater and begins his training as a comedian. His teacher, Senzaburo Fukami, Masayoshi Inoue, who also trains at the French Theater and aspires to be a writer, and other good-natured dancers... This heartwarming and moving drama set in Asakusa vividly depicts the process of "Takeshi's" self-discovery through interaction with his delightful friends.
Unfortunately the movie Asakusa Kid is not yet available on HBO Max.
| Directing | Makoto Shinozaki | Director |
| Writing | Dankan | Screenplay |
| Production | Masayuki Mori | Executive Producer |
| Writing | Takeshi Kitano | Original Story |
