Hole in One (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1957, Hole in One is a comedy and mystery film directed by Kon Ichikawa, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. A female reporter is fired for writing about police corruption; to make money while hiding from the press, she posts a bounty upon herself.
Who’s in it. Hole in One stars Machiko Kyō as Nagako Kita, Eiji Funakoshi as Koisuke Sengi, Sō Yamamura as Keikichi Shirasu and Kenji Sugawara as Police Sarumaru, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Hole in One 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 Hole in One page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hole in One tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hole in One (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hole in One change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hole in One worth watching?
- Hole in One holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hole in One?
- Hole in One stars Machiko Kyō, Eiji Funakoshi, Sō Yamamura, Kenji Sugawara and Jun Hamamura.
- When was Hole in One released?
- Hole in One was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.