The Little Runaway (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film
Released in 1966, The Little Runaway is a family film directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. During a Soviet circus tour in Japan, a small street musician, Ken, meets a clown, Yuri Nikulin. Upon learning that his sick father is being treated in the Soviet Union, Ken sets off in search of him. The friendship of the great clown and the boy continues in Moscow.
Who’s in it. The Little Runaway stars Chiharu Inayoshi as Ken Kawama, Makiko Ishimaru as Michiko Sakuma in childhood, Volodya Bykov as Vasska and Tanya Aynyukova as Alyonka, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Little Runaway page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little Runaway tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Little Runaway (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little Runaway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Little Runaway?
- The Little Runaway stars Chiharu Inayoshi, Makiko Ishimaru, Volodya Bykov, Tanya Aynyukova and Yuriy Nikulin.
- When was The Little Runaway released?
- The Little Runaway was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.