The Eleventh Hour (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1957, The Eleventh Hour is a drama film directed by Tomu Uchida, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a 1956 television feature on Japan’s national network, NHK, this is one of Uchida’s rarest films. A socially conscious drama with a contemporary backdrop, Dotanba focuses on the attempts to rescue a group of trapped miners. The title is a figure of speech — (essentially “last minute” or “eleventh hour”) — that refers to a situation of peril. The film boasts a script co-written by Uchida and Akira Kurosawa’s frequent screenwriter, Shinobu Hashimoto, and stars Kurosawa’s frequent star Takashi Shimura.
Who’s in it. The Eleventh Hour stars Takashi Shimura as Banno, Shinjirô Ehara as Yamaguchi, Kokuten Kōdō and Eiji Okada as Shimano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Eleventh Hour 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 The Eleventh Hour page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Eleventh Hour tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Eleventh Hour (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Eleventh Hour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Eleventh Hour worth watching?
- The Eleventh Hour holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Eleventh Hour?
- The Eleventh Hour stars Takashi Shimura, Shinjirô Ehara, Kokuten Kōdō, Eiji Okada and Eijirō Tōno.
- When was The Eleventh Hour released?
- The Eleventh Hour was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.