A Design for Dying (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film
Released in 1961, A Design for Dying is a notable film directed by Kōzaburō Yoshimura, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Shikiko Oba is nimble with her fingers and teaches dressmaking and designing. Among her pupils are Rinko, Katsumi and Tomie. Ginshiro, who is as shrewd as the shrewdest of the older generation of dyed-in-the-wool Osaka businessmen, steps into picture and Shikiko soon feels that he is indispensable to her. But the advent of a man in their midst breaks up the harmony that has existed among the four women, as gradually he forces himself on them with promises of love.
Who’s in it. A Design for Dying stars Machiko Kyō as Shikiko Oba, Junko Kano, Tamao Nakamura and Ayako Wakao, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Design for Dying page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Design for Dying (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Design for Dying change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Design for Dying?
- A Design for Dying stars Machiko Kyō, Junko Kano, Tamao Nakamura, Ayako Wakao and Jiro Tamiya.
- When was A Design for Dying released?
- A Design for Dying was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.