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Husband and Wife (1953): cast, story & where to watch

1953 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 1953, Husband and Wife is a drama film directed by Mikio Naruse, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. A married couple looking for an apartment move in with the husband's co-worker, a widower. The husband becomes jealous of the widower and his wife.

Who’s in it. Husband and Wife stars Ken Uehara as Isaku Nakahara, Yōko Sugi as Kikuko, Isaku's wife, Rentaro Mikuni as Ryota Takemura and Keiju Kobayashi as Shigekichi Hayakawa, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Husband and Wife has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Husband and Wife page.

If you liked it. Fans of Husband and Wife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Husband and Wife (1953)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Husband and Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Husband and Wife worth watching?
Husband and Wife holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Husband and Wife?
Husband and Wife stars Ken Uehara, Yōko Sugi, Rentaro Mikuni, Keiju Kobayashi and Kamatari Fujiwara.
When was Husband and Wife released?
Husband and Wife was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.