Gauche the Cellist (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1982, Gauche the Cellist is a fantasy, animation and music film directed by Isao Takahata, running about 63 minutes.
What it’s about. Gauche is a diligent but mediocre cellist who plays for a small town orchestra and the local cinema in the early 20th century. He struggles during rehearsals and is often berated by his conductor during preparations for an upcoming performance of Beethoven's Sixth Symphony (the Pastoral Symphony). Over the course of four nights, Gauche is visited at his mill house home by talking animals as he is practicing.
Who’s in it. Gauche the Cellist stars Hideki Sasaki as Gauche (voice), Masashi Amenomori as Conductor (voice), Fuyumi Shiraishi as Cat (voice) and Kaneta Kimotsuki as Bird (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Gauche the Cellist has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gauche the Cellist page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gauche the Cellist tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gauche the Cellist (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gauche the Cellist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gauche the Cellist worth watching?
- Gauche the Cellist holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, animation and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Gauche the Cellist?
- Gauche the Cellist stars Hideki Sasaki, Masashi Amenomori, Fuyumi Shiraishi, Kaneta Kimotsuki and Kazue Takahashi.
- When was Gauche the Cellist released?
- Gauche the Cellist was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.