Brother and Sister (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1953, Brother and Sister is a drama film directed by Mikio Naruse, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. The eldest daughter of a rural family Mon returns home from Tokyo pregnant after an affair with a college student Kobata, which causes a scandal that will threaten the marriage prospects of the younger sister San, in her cash-strapped family. The ill-tempered eldest brother Inokichi decides to take on the role of disciplinarian, with harrowing results.
Who’s in it. Brother and Sister stars Machiko Kyō as Mon, Masayuki Mori as Inokichi, Yoshiko Kuga as San and Yūji Hori as Taiichi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Brother and Sister 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 Brother and Sister page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brother and Sister tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brother and Sister (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brother and Sister change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brother and Sister worth watching?
- Brother and Sister holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brother and Sister?
- Brother and Sister stars Machiko Kyō, Masayuki Mori, Yoshiko Kuga, Yūji Hori and Eiji Funakoshi.
- When was Brother and Sister released?
- Brother and Sister was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.