Encino Man (1992), released in Japan as California Man, is a cult comedy classic directed by Les Mayfield and starring Brendan Fraser, Pauly Shore, and Sean Astin. The film follows two high school outcasts who discover a frozen caveman in their backyard — and attempt to teach him how to survive (and thrive) in 1990s suburban California. Mixing absurd humor, early-’90s slang, and feel-good charm, it became one of the defining teen comedies of its era.
This Japanese subtitled VHS edition features localized artwork and titles unique to its regional release, reflecting Japan’s affection for lighthearted American comedies during the early ’90s home-video boom. Distributed by Buena Vista Home Entertainment Japan, this edition includes the alternate California Man title on the spine and cover — a distinct feature of its international branding.
Encino Man (1992), released in Japan as California Man, is a cult comedy classic directed by Les Mayfield and starring Brendan Fraser, Pauly Shore, and Sean Astin. The film follows two high school outcasts who discover a frozen caveman in their backyard — and attempt to teach him how to survive (and thrive) in 1990s suburban California. Mixing absurd humor, early-’90s slang, and feel-good charm, it became one of the defining teen comedies of its era.
This Japanese subtitled VHS edition features localized artwork and titles unique to its regional release, reflecting Japan’s affection for lighthearted American comedies during the early ’90s home-video boom. Distributed by Buena Vista Home Entertainment Japan, this edition includes the alternate California Man title on the spine and cover — a distinct feature of its international branding.
