The Big Boss (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1959, The Big Boss is a crime film directed by Kihachi Okamoto, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Ryuta and Mineo Komatsu are brothers, both yakuza (gangsters). Mineo, although complicit in crime, even murder, wants out of the gangster life, hoping to become a successful singer instead. Ryuta loves his brother, but Mineo's possible defection presents problems for the gang, and Ryuta realizes he must kill his brother if he wants to survive.
Who’s in it. The Big Boss stars Koji Tsuruta as Ryuta Komatsu, Seizaburō Kawazu, Akira Takarada as Mineo Komatsu and Mitsuko Kusabue as Rie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Big Boss 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 The Big Boss page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Boss tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Boss (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Boss change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Boss worth watching?
- The Big Boss holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Boss?
- The Big Boss stars Koji Tsuruta, Seizaburō Kawazu, Akira Takarada, Mitsuko Kusabue and Keiko Yanagawa.
- When was The Big Boss released?
- The Big Boss was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.